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Museum To Get Major Facelift By a vote of 4 to 1, the Calvert County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) has agreed to spend $1.632 million for an interior renovation of the Calvert Marine Museum Exhibition Building in Solomons.

The project was approved despite opposition from Commissioner Evan Slaughenhoupt (R), who said, “I’m not going to be able to support this motion. It has nothing to do with support for Marine Museum. My family has been there, so it’s not a no, but not now.

Currently, in a depressed economy, with no changes in sight from Washington or Annapolis to think economy will improve anytime soon, spending taxpayers dollars on this gives me heartburn right now.”

“Obviously, I see we are getting into election politics already,” Commissioner Gerald “Jerry” Clark commented. He noted that $750,000 dollars was raised through private donations so it is a joint county – public project. He added, “This project been in the works for many years.

Three-quarters of a million raised – not to leverage is not a good move.”

Commissioner Susan Shaw commented, “This is not an easy vote. A lot of the votes we take are not easy votes.

They’re very, very difficult votes. Each of us, I’m sure, wrestles with our conscience, our priorities, what we stand for and what we campaigned on. I absolutely agree with Commissioner Slaughenhoupt that we are in a depressed economy. But one of the bright spots has been tourism. It’s one of our major industries. If we didn’t have tourism in Calvert County, we’d lose a

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considerable number of jobs… and I support economic development efforts that feed jobs.” She added, “The Marine Museum is a primary driver of tourism in the southern part of the county – the entire county, as a matter of fact… In very tight times when you abandon some of the industries that support the economy – in my opinion, you can be shooting yourself in the foot.”

BOCC President Pat Nutter concurred, “This is a long-term project that will in the end sustain itself and help the county. A great deal of our value is tourism.”

The vote was 4-1 with Slaughenhoupt casting the dissenting vote. The apparent low bidder for the renovations to the Solomons museum was submitted by Desbuild Inc. of Hyattsville.

Meet Mermaid Alexis Fishermen are pulling Bull Sharks out of the Potomac River. But in the Chesapeake Bay, we have a mermaid!

Mermaid Alexis, whose real name is Alexis Campbell, actually lives in Upper Marlboro but has been coming to Lighthouse Marketplace in North Beach for the past couple of weeks during the Friday Night Farmers’ Market.

“Ever since I was four years old, every time I close my eyes, I see mermaids,” she told us, adding. “I guess my parents let me watch “The Little Mermaid” too many times!”

By day, she’s a full-time nanny. She’s But in her spare time, she dons a realistic also finishing a degree in Gerontology. silicone fin (which her husband gave her on their honeymoon) and she loves to delight little kids dressed as a mermaid.

She also has her own a 400-gallon tank that can be brought to events. “I love to splash around in the water and scare kids,” she adds. “I swear I’m not weird.

But this is by far the coolest job!”

Mermaid Alexis is available for birthday parties, fundraising events, and photo opportunities. She can be reached on her shell phone at (240) 678-8085 or on Facebook at “Mermaid Alexis.”

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Police Blotter Calvert County Sheriff’s Department Reports: CDS Violations On August 27 at 9:11 p.m. Dep. G. Gott responded to the shopping center at Town Square Drive in Lusby for the report of suspicious activity. A citizen had reported what looked like drug activity at the laundromat.

Dep. Gott observed the suspect vehicle at the Shell Gas Station on H.G. Trueman Road. Gott made contact with the passenger who matched the description given. He asked the suspect to get out of the car and step to the rear of the vehicle at which time the suspect took off running. Gott was able to overcome the suspect, who actively resisted, and subdue him. He was identified as Douglas Terrell Hayes, 24, of Lusby. The driver of the vehicle was contacted and searched but no illegal drugs or paraphernalia were found.

Hayes sustained a small laceration to his head and leg while resisting arrest and was transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital where he received treatment and was released. Hayes was then arrested and charged with resisting arrest, obstruction and hindering a police officer, possession of a schedule II drug: Oxycodone, and possession of a schedule III drug: Suboxone.

DFC P. Wood assisted DFC M. Robshaw with a traffic stop on MD Rt. 4 and Sherry Lane in Prince Frederick on August 28 at 2:37 p.m. Robshaw had stopped the vehicle after he observed the driver back into a mailbox and fail to stop. The driver was found to be in possession of suspected drugs and was arrested. Gary Wayne Wommack, 29, of Lusby, was arrested and charged with possession of a schedule I drug: Heroin, possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia; plastic baggies, and possession of drug paraphernalia; a hypodermic syringe. Wommack was found to be in possession of contraband when searched at the detention center and was also charged with possession of contraband; Heroin at the Calvert County Detention Center.

DFC R. Wilson conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on MD Rt. 4 at Lyons Creek Road in Dunkirk on August 30 at 5:16 p.m. He arrested the driver and two passengers for drug violations. Michael Sean Marshall, 27, William Joseph Marshall, 29, and Trista Leigh Arndt, 29, all of Lusby, were each charged with possession of a schedule I drug: heroin.

Gott observed approximately nine people gathered around and could see suspected drugs and drug paraphernalia in plain view. Gott arrested Daiquarius J. Gantt, 18, of Prince Frederick, and charged him with possession of marijuana in sufficient quantity to indicate an intent to distribute, possession of marijuana in the amount of 10 grams or more, and possession with intent to use drug paraphernalia; a metal grinder. Justen Tyran Ford, 19, of Lusby, was later served with a criminal summons charging him with possession of marijuana in the amount less than 10 grams and possession of drug paraphernalia; a cigar bag.

Thefts Employees of the Dunkirk Walmart called police on August 24 at about 4:39 p.m. to report they were observing two men stealing electronics and other items from the store. One suspect was stopped as he was wheeling a cart full of items out the front entrance of the store and suspect two was stopped on MD Rt. 4 when he exited the parking lot. Interviews with store employees revealed that the same two suspects stole from the store the previous day, in the same manner. However, employees were unable to quickly make contact with the suspects in order to stop them. Cpl. J. McCarroll arrested Darrios Gregory Marcus, 64, and Larry Lee Fitch, 36, both of Upper Marlboro, and charged each with two counts of theft $1,000 to under $10,000, two counts of conspiracy to commit theft, and theft scheme $1,000 to under $10,000.

Unknown suspect(s) stole two air conditioner coils from a business in the 2000 block of Chaneyville Road in Owings. DFC R. Cress is investigating.

A black Hewlett Packard laptop computer and a Wahl beard trimmer in a black case were stolen from a locked vehicle parked at Sneade’s Hardware on H.G. Trueman Road in Lusby on August 24 between 12:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. DFC A. Clas is investigating.

Destruction of Property Someone caused $1,150 in damage to a bus belonging to the Calvert Nursing Center in Prince Frederick. Sometime between 3:00 p.m. on August 20 and 8:14 a.m. on August 21, unknown person(s) ripped out the stereo, engine speed control system and fuse panel relays and left them on the scene.

Dep. P. Mosely is investigating.

On August 21 at 8:03 p.m. Dep. G. Gott responded to the wooded area at the end of Someone damaged two mailboxes and Austyn Court in St. Leonard for the report posts on Loris Drive and Stella Drive in of suspicious activity. Upon arrival Dep. Huntingtown overnight between August

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23 and 24. DFC P. Wood is investigating.

Several mailboxes along Line Ridge Drive in Huntingtown were damaged when it appears a vehicle may have collided with them sometime between 2:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on August 25. DFC S. Esposito is investigating. Unknown suspect(s) also damaged two mailboxes on Douglas Street in St. Leonard on August 19 in the early morning hours. Dep. W. Beisel is investigating.

pher Meushaw, 25, of Lexington Park, was in possession of Oxycodone without a prescription.

He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

At 11:11 a.m. on August 21, Trooper Costello stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Sixes Rd at Adelina Rd. in Prince Frederick. An odor of marijuana was emitting from the inside of the vehicle.

A search revealed that the driver was in possession of marijuana, prescription medication, and drug paraphernalia.

Robert E. Boyd 2nd, 30, of Prince Frederick, was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Malicious Burning Case A complainant advised Cpl. S. Parrish that on September 1 at 4:18 a.m. he returned home to the trailer park on German Chapel Road in Prince Frederick and observed a dumpster on fire. The fire was extinguished by a responding fire Trooper First Class Saucerman stopped a department. Cpl. Parrish will continue the vehicle on August 25 at 11:36 p.m. at Rt. 4 and Market Square in Prince Frederick. investigation.

The driver, Terrance P. Posey, 32, of Washington DC, was arrested for DUI Hindering Case On September 1 at 11:40 p.m. Cpl. S. and a search revealed the he was in possesParrish responded to the area of Md. Rt. sion of synthetic marijuana. He was 231 and Skipjack Road in Prince Frederick incarcerated at the Calvert County Detenfor the report of a shirtless, shoeless man tion Center. staggering in the roadway. Parrish made contact with the man, who was standing in Burglaries the turn lane swaying back and forth. He Trooper First Class Wiesemann responded arrested Karl Morris Kozee II, 41, of St. to the 12000 block of Barreda Blvd. in Leonard, and charged him with hindering Lusby, for a reported burglary on August 30. Unknown suspect(s) entered the home the free passage in a public place. and removed a WII gaming system with State Police Barrack U Reports: controls and an Xbox console with controls. Investigation continues.

September 2013 is “Hunger Action Month” in Maryland On August 22 at 4:33 p.m., Trooper Maryland State Police and the State High- Matthews responded to the 400 block of way Administration have teamed up with Delaware Dr. in Lusby for a reported the Maryland Food Bank to promote and burglary. Erik G. Odell, 47, of Lusby, assist with a Food Drive Drop Off. Every broke into the victim’s garage and removed Maryland State Police Barrack in the state electrical wire and copper piping from the and various SHA locations are dedicated residence. Charges are pending. food collection sites during the month of September. In Calvert, donations may be Destruction of Property brought to the Prince Frederick Barrack at Corporal Stern responded to the 4800 210 Main Street in Prince Frederick. For a block of Wades Way in Port Republic on list of specific items that are accepted, August 27 at 6:52 a.m. for a malicious please visit www.mdfoodbank.org or destruction of property complaint. Frank www.mdsp.org. You may also pick up a W. Harbin, 48, of Port Republic, placed brochure containing this information at nails under the victim’s vehicle tires and the Prince Frederick Barrack. The Mary- scratched the vehicle.

Charges are land Food Bank is a 501©3 non-profit pending. organization and donations are tax deductible.

Thefts On August 21 at 11:08 a.m., Trooper First CDS Violations Class Logsdon responded to the 3800 On Sept. 1 at 11:49 p.m., Trooper First block of Harrison Lane in Huntingtown Class Esnes stopped a vehicle for traffic for a reported theft. Unknown suspect(s) violations on MD Rt. 4 at Calvert Beach entered the residence and removed Road in St. Leonard. A search revealed currency and an oak case. Investigation that the driver, Brandon Barrett, age 20, of continues.

St. Leonard, was in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The driver was Trooper First Class Merkelson stopped a arrested and transported to the Prince vehicle on August 21 at 4:12 p.m. for a Frederick Barrack for processing. missing front tag at 7600 Investment Ct. in Owings. The driver, Richard W. Horn Trooper First Class Costello stopped a Jr., 29, of Shady Side, MD, was arrested vehicle for traffic violations on Rt. 4 at for driving on a suspended license. The tag Calvert Beach Road in St. Leonard on on the rear of the vehicle had been stolen.

August 30 at 6:47 p.m. A search of the Horn was charged for the theft and was vehicle revealed that the driver, Christo- incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

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Police Investigate Fatal Bike Accident The State’s Attorney’s Office for Anne Arundel County says it’s awaiting a final police report before it can comment on possible charges in connection with an accident in Davidsonville that claimed the life of a bicyclist.

It happened on Wed. Aug. 21 at Riva Road and Beards Point Road at 5:23 p.m.

A 2011 Honda Odessy van driven by Whitney Anne Decesaris, age 37, of Huntingtown struck a bicyclist, Patricia Carolyn Cunningham, age 50, of Annapolis.

Responding officers learned that the motor vehicle and the bicyclist made contact as both were traveling in the southbound lane of Riva Road. The motor vehicle operator was uninjured and remained at the scene after the collision.

The bicyclist was transported to Anne Arundel Medical Center, where she later died.

Cunningham worked at the Annapolis Running Shop and since 2011 had been an assistant track and field and cross-country coach at Annapolis High School. In July of 2013, Trish completed her first duathalon and over the years had won numerous competitive running age group awards and was often ranked in her running age group regionally (MD/VA/DC area).

Police say the cause of the crash appears to be driver error. Neither alcohol nor speed appears to be factors in the crash.

The States Attorney’s Office is The Board of Calvert County Commissioners congratulates Maryland State Police Lt. Randy considering whether any charges will be Stephens on his retirement, along with his family. Stephens has accepted a new post-retirement job with filed.

State’s Attorney’s Office Calvert County Schools. spokeswoman Kristen Fleckenstein says it could be six to eight weeks before the final Maryland State Police Lt. Randy enforcement. There it was announced police report is completed and at that Stephens will soon be moving into that he will begin work as the Safety point, the state’s attorney’s office will another job… just weeks after retiring Advocate for Calvert High School as of make a determination.

Aug. 1 as commander of the Maryland Sept. 16. Stephens has been a long-time State Police Prince Frederick Barracks. coach and mentor. Stephens and his wife He was honored by the Calvert County Julie live in Huntingtown with their two Commissioners at a recent meeting for teenaged children, Katie and Bradley (all dedicating 26 years of his life to law pictured with the county comissioners). between to try to stop the assault at which time the black male suspect struck the child in the chest. Due to such a disturbance, citizens came out to intervene and the suspect fled on foot.

Numerous patrol units assisted by district detectives, K-9 and an air unit were dispatched to the scene along with Anne Arundel County Fire/EMS, which treated the mother and her daughter for minor injuries.

Later, Anne Arundel County Police charged a Lothian man with two counts of assault and attempted robbery in connection. Melvin Dejuan Davis Jr., 38, of the 5200 block of Sands Road, was arrested after police interviewed several witnesses.

Arrest Made in Assault Case Officers from the Anne Arundel County Southern District responded to the 1200 block of Whittington Drive in Lothian for a reported assault/attempted robbery on August 22 at approximately 4:40 p.m.

Upon arrival, officers spoke with the 31-year-old female victim, who reported that she was walking on Whittington Drive with her six-year-old daughter when she was approached from behind. A young black male asked the female where her money was. The female was then punched and knocked to the ground. The black male suspect then began kicking and punching the female while she was on the ground trying to obtain her purse.

Her six-year-old daughter then stepped in

Guns Seized At Local School On August 29, at approximately 9:30 a.m., the School Resource Officer assigned to Southern High School located in the 4400 block of Solomons Island Road in Harwood responded to the school parking lot to assist school staff with a search of a student’s vehicle. The search was to ensure there was no alcohol in the vehicle as a bottle of alcohol was discovered on school property the day before. School staff had earlier identified the student who was in possession of the alcohol.

During a search of that vehicle, three unloaded shotguns were located in their cases along with ammunition for the guns and a hunting knife. Further investigation indicated that the student and a friend were shooting guns on a farm recently and he did not remove the weapons and

ammunition from his vehicle.

There is no indication that threats of any kind were made at any point. The weapons were seized and the 17-year-old male student was charged on a juvenile citation with possession of a deadly weapon on school property.

The Anne Arundel County Police Department’s School Resource Unit’s smart phone application entitled "AACOPD Speak Out" is now available for download at: aacopdspeakout.myapp.name. This “app” allows users, especially young people accustomed to using Smartphone “apps,” to quickly and anonymously e-mail School Resource Unit officers and supervisors with any questions, concerns or notifcations about at-risk behavior.

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U TA H C O NC E A L E D FIREARMS PERMIT CLASS Saturday 4pm, September 7, 2013 Calvert County Republican Headquarters 424 Solomons Island Ave North Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Presented by A S S O C I AT E D S E C U R I T Y T R A I N I N G C E N T E R BY L I C E N S E D F I R E A R M S I N S T RU C T O R S I N M A RY L A N D , V I RG I N I A , D I S T R I C T O F C O L U M B I A A N D U TA H The Utah CFP (Concealed Firearm Permit) is a five year permit recognized in 36 States and is available to out-of-state residents who complete a four (4) hour class and submit their application by mail to the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. Requirements are: 1- You must be 21 years of age or older. 2- No criminal record or recent conviction for alcohol related incidents 3- Legally able to purchase a firearm under current federal laws.

REGISTRATION FEE IS JUST $50 PER STUDENT The classroom will accommodate 50 students. Registration is on a first come basis. Payment will only be accepted at the door (cash/money order). For more information call our office (301-899-3079), visit our website: www.guard-training.com or e-mail ASTC ASTCenter@comcast.net. ASTC will provide all literature needed, including the Utah Concealed Weapon Permit application and the Utah fingerprint card. ASTC will fingerprint all attendees free.

FAQ: Can the residents of the District of Columbia or the State of Maryland obtain a Utah CFP? Answer: Yes, but you cannot carry a concealed firearm in the District of Columbia or Maryland using the Utah Concealed Firearm Permit as it is not recognized by those jurisdictions.

AT THE PRESENT TIME THE FOLLOWING STATES RECOGNIZE THE UTAH CONCEALED FIREARMS PERMIT:

Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas Colorado Delaware Florida

Georgia Idaho Indiana Iowa Kentucky Louisiana Michigan

Minnesota Mississippi Misouri Montana N. Carolina N. Dakota Nebraska

New Hampshire Ohio Oklahoma Pennsylvania S. Dakota Tennessee Texas

Note: Kansas recently joined with the other States.

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Has Someone Caught “Diamond Jim?”

By Bob Munro

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very year the state’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR) conducts a free fishing tournament called the "Maryland Fishing Challenge Featuring Diamond Jim." The featured component of the tournament focuses on Striped Bass or, of course, Rockfish as they are called here in Chesapeake Bay country. Over the course of the summer, DNR personnel capture and mark more than 500 Rockfish with specially marked chartreuse tags that look like a piece of spaghetti embedded just under the skin. Each tag carries an identifying number and a phone number to call, etc. Only the computer knows the real identity of "Diamond Jim" among lots of imposters.

We know for certain that "Diamond Jim" eluded capture throughout June and July, causing the reward for his or her capture to rise to a cool $25,000 just like last year.

During the 2012 tournament only nine tagged Rockfish were caught and certified eligible by tournament's end. Those nine lucky anglers received equal shares of the $25,000 grand prize.

The 2013 summer has been simply awesome for catching Rockfish. By comparison, more than 50 "Diamond Jim" tags have been reported through late August! And I can report one more "Diamond Jim" candidate that was caught by David Freidhoff while fishing aboard the Charter Boat "Worm" on the morning of August 30. Check out David holding his Rockfish and note the chartreuse tag. Is that the real "Diamond Jim?" David and the other crew members were live lining Spot to catch Rockfish east of the main shipping channel straight across the Bay from Fishing Creek and the Rod 'N' Reel

Dock which is home port for the "Worm."

As of this writing the tournament is over (midnight September 2) but it will be a few more days until tournament results are announced during this year's Maryland Seafood Festival that begins Sept. 7 at Sandy Point State Park. We'll keep our fingers crossed and wish David the best of luck with his catch.

Live lining continues to produce limit catches of summer Rockfish mostly east of the main shipping channel anywhere from Bloody Point south to the Gooses. The area between Bloody Point and Poplar Island has been particularly consistent for live lining. Here's another happy lady angler with a nice Rockfish fresh out of the Bay. Speaking of fresh, have you tried grilled Rockfish this summer? Take a couple Rockfish fillets, some slices of squash, red peppers, tomatoes, and onions, then drizzle with a little olive oil and wrap in foil for 10-12 minutes or until done what a treat!

Farther south a few more Spanish Mackerel are being caught as well as more Bluefish.

Drone Spoons continue to produce good catches of these toothy critters. And small or "puppy" Red Drum are also more common farther down the Bay. On Sept. 7, members of the Chesapeake Beach Oyster Cultivation Society (CBOCS) will gather at Abner's Marina to empty the oyster cages that have been nurturing this year's crop of young oysters. Activities will include moving the oysters cages across Fishing Creek from under the Chesapeake Beach Railway Trail to Abner's Boat Lift, where the cages will be lifted out of the Creek and brought ashore. At noon, oyster counting and inspecting will begin, followed by cage cleaning and relocation of the young oysters to the "Old Rock Oyster Sanctuary" a short distance out into the Bay. Then on September 14 at 9:00 a.m. at the Fishing Creek Boat Ramps, the CBOCS volunteers will gather again to load a fresh crop of baby oysters into the cages and begin the cycle anew. For more information, visit the Town's website at chesapeake-beach.md.us where you'll find a link to "oyster cultivation."

Don't catch 'em all, Bob Munro About the Author: Bob Munro of Chesapeake Beach has been a career research biologist for the US Fish & Wildlife Service. At one time or another, he has visited every river entering the Chesapeake Bay from the Susquehanna Flats to Hampton Roads. An avid fisherman, he's fished the mid-Chesapeake since the mid-1980s.

Have a question about Chesapeake Bay fishing?

Send your questions to "onthewater@chesapeakecurrent.com" and we'll do our best to get you an answer.

New Safe Boating Classes Offered The US Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 24-09 is planning a new series of boating safety courses. Register early because seating is limited by emailing kmcdermott@msn.com.

Courses scheduled are: - Sept. 9-13 & Sept. 23-27: About Boating Safely - Sept. 17 & 19: How to Read a Nautical Chart - Sept. 24 & 26: GPS for Mariners - Oct. 1-18: Basic Navigation - Oct. 15-Nov 26: Boating Skills & Seamanship/Sailing All courses are taught at Seafarers Yacht

Club, 301 Chester Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21403 for a nominal fee.

Whether you are a seasoned boater or a novice, it pays to bone up on your awareness.

Maybe there was a minor incident you had this summer that you would rather forget because it scared you. But keep in mind that 50% of boating fatalities involve those over age 40, and 75-80% of those who drown were not wearing a life jacket.

You do not want to be the next fatality… or your family and friends. The Coast Guard urges every boater to consider these classes.

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South County Views Now’s The Time To Buy Local Have you been buying local this summer? What do you buy weekly?

What local services do you use? If I did a survey of South County shoppers, what do you think the results would show? Does the local economy provide you with everything you need or want to buy?

Buying locally grown fruit and vegetables and local seafood is easy to do in the summer and fall in South County. Local beef and poultry including eggs are available from individual farmers, too! Dairy products produced locally are not common, and if anyone is selling cheese, I would like to know about it – especially goat cheese. Homemade baked goods, jams and jellies can be found at the Deale Farmer’s Market, artisan breads at Honey’s Harvest in Rose Haven, and Christopher’s Fine Foods in Churchton has a bakery with cakes, pies, and breads.

What do you like to buy from our local farmers?

By Bea Poulin

Do you support our local restaurants when you eat out or do you head to Edgewater, Annapolis, or Prince Frederick? Have you tried the infamous local specialties like John Whitman’s great Chesapeake Tempura – a rockfish appetizer or his smoked bluefish both found at his South County Café in Deale? The fresh hand-made sushi at Deale Umai Sushi

House is getting great reviews far and wide. How about the Brick House in Shady Side where all the locals hang out and eat Pete Litchfield’s wonderful soft shell crabs? And, if you have never tried Pirate’s Cove award winning cream of crab soup in Galesville, you have not had cream of crab soup! Of course, if you are not steaming crabs yourself, you must be going to Skipper’s Pier on Rockhold Creek or Thursdays Crab House on West River. My apologies to those local restaurants I did not mention, but eating out locally whether breakfast, lunch, dinner or just stopping by for a cold one helps our local economy in many ways. Check out a restaurant you have not tried yet, and let me know what you liked.

Did you buy any flowers or trees for your yard this summer? Greenstreet Gardens grows flowering plants, grasses and more in its own greenhouses, and the Trent Hill Nursery grows 35 acres of trees and shrubs. Both are located in Lothian. There are a number of other

nurseries, landscape companies, tree experts, and sod farms all located in South County. Buying from a local landscape or garden center is smart because they know and grow what grows best here, and if they can advise about rain gardens and native plants, even better.

What about local art? Do you know a local artist – who makes their living creating fine art or craft?

The Muddy Creek Artists Guild represents over 100 South County artists – sculptors, painters, potters, jewelers, photographers, printmakers, and glass and textile artists. Most have home studios in a community near you.

You may never have a chance to see or purchase their work unless you catch a Muddy Creek Art Show. The next show is Sept 13 through 15 in Greenstreet Gardens’ greenhouse showroom. You can meet the artists, talk with them about their work, observe an art

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demonstration and leave with an exceptional piece of work.

The River Gallery in Galesville has been well established for over 25 years and has a new exhibit every month by local and regional artists. It is owned by three professional artists who mentor and encourage artists at all stages of their development. Perhaps, art is not something you buy weekly, but being in touch with the arts whether viewing art or signing up for an art class adds to the quality of life.

When you buy local, you help South County. How you ask?

Buying local puts money into local businesses that hire local people who in turn shop locally. Its a domino affect that keeps moving. Some local jobs are entry level and the first place a young person gains that invaluable experience.

They learn about a business and what it takes to keep it going. Sometimes, a local job is a second job on the weekend or a job for a retiree who wants to stay engaged. Sometimes a second job becomes the new career, and leads to a spin-off business. By supporting our local businesses that cover the spectrum from fishing to farming, groceries to gas, marinas to marine industries, accounting firms to health care providers, gifts to office supplies, heating and cooling to plumbing and roofing we help keep the doors open and the South County economic engine running. There is so much here, you really don’t have to go far to get what you need. And, ultimately, that saves us all time and money.

About the author: Bea Poulin recently joined the staff of Customer Relations, Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works where she works on many public works issues. She was previously with the County Executive’s Office of Community & Constituent Services for 13 years. Friend her on Facebook and follow her on Twitter @BeaPoulin1.

By Susan Shaw Calvert County Commissioner

Check Out New Local Museum Have you heard about the Bayside History Museum? Located at 4025 4th Street in North Beach, and at baysidehistorymuseum.org, it is going to surprise you!

I was surprised by the objects that folks had saved and then donated in our throw-away society, many large and heavy. I was surprised by the quality of the building renovations to what was previously the North Beach Senior and Community Center (and the library and first fire department in previous iterations.) I was surprised by the extensive amount of donated labor by master craftsmen who lovingly and generously restored objects neglected for decades. I was surprised by the superb quality of the new works of art used to interpret the past, including intricately created models of buildings and carousel animals. I was surprised by the breadth, depth, and professionalism of the exhibits. I was surprised by the high quality and variety of art, jewelry, and other items, including for children, available in the gift shop. In short, I was surprised by the extent of the commitment by the Town of North Beach, the volunteers, and the Board members toward making the Bayside History Museum a place you will want to visit, spend time exploring, take visitors, and revisit to see new and changing exhibits.

Like many other museums in small towns across the country, it started as a personal collection of memorabilia and a vision to anchor the history of the area from Fairhaven to Plum Point in an increasingly homogenized society. It

gives us a thorough understanding of the role the Chesapeake Bay environment has played in shaping the cultures of the bayside communities from Fairhaven to Plum Point, from prehistoric times to the present.

The original collector and visionary is Grace Mary Brady. She continues as the President with a coterie of devoted volunteers. What she and they have managed to research, collect, interpret, and display is intriguing and impressive!

They welcome your objects, your help, and your story.

Take your scouts now to see the exhibit on early scouting and Camp Roosevelt, the first permanent Boy Scout Camp, in the US. Coming this fall is an exhibit on Captain John Smith’s General History, based on the rare original edition held by the Bayside History Museum, which was published in 1624, to inform the original colonists on how they might succeed in the new colonies.

The museum is open and handicap accessible five days a week, Wednesday through Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. through October when it goes to weekend afternoons until May 1.

A variety of hands-on family activities are scheduled, special badge programs for Brownies and Tigers on up are available, and additional hours for groups by appointment. In addition to visiting the website, you may call (301) 855-4028. Gather your group or your Scouts, go, and let me know if you, too, are surprised at this gem we have right here in Calvert County!

The calvert County Commissioners visit the Bayside History Museum in North Beach: Commissioners Susan Shaw, Evan Slaughenhoupt, Jerry Clark; Mayor Mark Frazer; Commissioners Pat Nutter and Steve Weems; North Beach Councilman Mike Benton.

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By Brian McDaniel Whether you’re talking about a fingerprint, snowflake or the way a child learns, no two are ever the same.

This week I caught up with Grace Yannakakis, head of the Tidewater School in Huntingtown, a place where childhood is celebrated. At this school, learning is not only fun, students look forward to it.

Located at 120 Cox Road in Huntingtown, Tidewater recognizes that children have individual learning styles. The Tidewater School is fully certified by the Maryland State Department of Education as a private, not-for-profit educational corporation providing Montessori education for ages 3 through 12. The teachers create a fun environment for students, but also support each student’s strengths. This means that the school isn’t just a cookie cutter. Students enjoy choices throughout the curriculum, giving them the ability to structure their own day, which fosters independence as well as confidence that lasts a lifetime.

Each teacher gets to know each student and works that into the learning process.

Students are taught to respect each other’s physical appearances, abilities and taught to encourage each other. More importantly, they are taught to use their strengths while uncovering other talents and abilities. This is above and beyond the research-based curriculum where academic achievement meets personal growth through hands on exploration and self-discovery.

Through this unique approach, they’ve become the only school in Southern Maryland offering a completely individualized and developmentally respectful curriculum.

The end result is a well-educated, independent and confident individual.

The school opened in 1986 and eventually moved to Huntingtown in 1995.

Yannakakis’ career started 18 years ago in a classroom as a teacher of French and Latin for high school and middle school children. As her career progressed, she started working with younger children and

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Grace Yannakakis. focusing on elementary education. Her love for teaching is the foundation of why she works closely with families by serving them through the school and making Tidewater a productive and positive presence in Southern Maryland.

Yannakakis often reflects on the inspiration she receives from the children and teachers that motivates her to work harder.

She recognizes that society has become busy, with both parents working, and one of the things the school focuses on is filling that gap by strengthening each child individually.

“When I see the good work that goes on here at school and the lifestyle that Tidewater promotes at work in our families, I feel proud and hopeful,” Yannakakis, a BBG member since 2012, tells us. “Tidewater supports local businesses, which makes the BBG is perfect for us.”

Grace Yannakakis has a vision for the school, which was recently renovated to accommodate its growing need for classroom space. She would like the school to continue to impact the community and perhaps extend beyond the day school program to offer enriching programs for the entire community.

One of the ways she is paving the way for that is by having special guests like best selling author Marietta McCarty speak at the North East Community Center in Chesapeake Beach in August.

Yannakakis is no stranger to hard work and especially imagination. This is one educator who truly practices what she teaches!

For more information about Tidewater School, contact Grace Yannakakis at (410) 257-0533 or email: tidewaterschool@thetidewaterschool.org.

Their web site is: thetidewaterschool.org

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About the Author: Brian “Crow” McDaniel is the owner of Crow Entertainment, LLC and a resident of North Beach. He is a Ministry Leader at Chesapeake Church in Huntingtown, and serves on the Board of Directors for the Bay Business Group.

Dickinson Jewelers Supports End Hunger Dickinson Jewelers, with locations in Dunkirk and Prince Frederick, hosted a food drive in conjunction with their first ever jewelry auction! For each food donation customers brought in, they received a chance to win one of six prizes donated by designers who work with the store. At the end of the three-day sale, the community had donated 890 pounds of food. The store also distributed bags around the county for the community to fill and drop off at either Dickinson

Jewelers location. In addition to the food drive, Dickinson Jewelers pledged to donate $5 for each registered bidder and 10% of the auction sales. The store was able to donate $3,200 to End Hunger in Calvert County.

Jacqueline Miller, Director of Awareness at End Hunger, commented, “Because of [their] relationship with the Maryland Food Bank, End Hunger in Calvert County will be able to purchase roughly $32,000 worth of food with the money Dickinson Jewelers donated. Here at End Hunger in Calvert County we always say #givewhereyoulive – well, this is what giving where you live looks like! We are making a real difference for real people right in our own backyards.”

Dickinson Jewelers owners, Kathy and Claude Dickinson, with Reverend Robert P. Hahn (center) with six shopping carts full of donations for End Hunger in Calvert County.

Farmers: Learn About New Tool The Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission will host a free workshop to launch a new marketing tool specifically for livestock producers of meat and poultry on October 16 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. in the SMECO Auditorium, 15035 Burnt Store Road, Hughesville, MD. Presenter Matt LeRoux of Cornell Cooperative Extension will discuss and demonstrate how to use the Livestock Marketing Channel Assessment Tool (LMCAT) using two local farms as case studies. This new software program,

researched and developed by Cornell University, is designed to assist small-scale livestock producers in their marketing strategies and decision-making. LMCAT examines and ranks each utilized marketing channel, informing changes to improve risk, labor needs, sales and profitability.

The tool also aids livestock producers to determine pricing levels to maximize potential for profit for the whole carcass.

There is no charge to attend the workshop. To RSVP contact Jeanne Herbert at: jherbert@smadc.com or call SMADC staff at: (301) 274-1922, Ex. 1.

New Leader Named For AAEDC Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman has announced the appointment of Colonel Edward C. Rothstein to the position of President and CEO of the Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC).

In this new role, Col. Rothstein will serve as Anne Arundel County’s top economic development official responsible for promoting the County as the premier location to do business. Col. Rothstein replaces Robert Hannon, who held the position for six years and Mary Burkholder, who has served in an interim capacity.

“I am very grateful to Mary Burkholder for agreeing to step in temporarily and fill the role until we found a permanent CEO for this important position,” said County Executive Neuman. “Mary is a true economic development professional, and we are fortunate to have her wealth of experience at AAEDC. I will continue to look to Mary for her sound advice and counsel as she assumes the role of Col. Rothstein’s Deputy and Executive Vice President.”

“Anne Arundel County has an important distinction as home to more than 50,000 small and large businesses and government agencies, including the National Security Agency and Fort Meade,” Neuman added. “I am relying on Col. Rothstein to assist our businesses that do work with the government and the military.

With a well-earned reputation as a connector, I am also looking to him to be a strong and dynamic link between businesses and our Office of Planning and Zoning and the Department of Inspections and Permits – often the greatest challenges to businesses. Col. Rothstein will be an extraordinary asset to my administration.”

“It is an absolute honor and privilege to take on this new responsibility,” said Col. Rothstein. “It is my intent to approach this position with as much enthusiasm as I did with the Fort Meade community, using what I have learned by being in uniform over the past 30+ years and through the relationships built in this region and, specifically, with Anne Arundel County. I look forward to being a part of a great County team.”

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Colonel Edward C. Rothstein.

For the past two years, Col. Rothstein has held the position of Fort Meade’s Garrison Commander in which he supervised the conclusion of Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) that began in 2006.

Prior to his work at Fort Meade, Col. Rothstein served as Intelligence Operations Officer in Kabul, Afghanistan. He also worked as Intelligence Staff Action Officer for the National Security Agency; Senior Intelligence Officer for the 7th Infantry Division and 1st Army at Fort Carson, Colorado; Staff Officer for the U.S. European Command in Stuttgart, Germany; and Staff Officer for V Corps in Heidelberg and Wiesbaden, Germany.

Col. Rothstein earned a bachelor’s degree in education from Lock Haven State University, a master’s degree in human resources from Webster University and a second master’s degree in national resource management from the National Defense University. His professional military education includes Chemical Officer Basic Course, Military Intelligence Transition and Advance Course, Command and General Staff College and the Industrial College of the Armed Forces.

Col. Rothstein's personal awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal and NATO Medal.

Col. Rothstein’s first day on the job will be November 1.

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ore than $460 million leaves Calvert County every year as residents go elsewhere to shop for things they can’t find here. And, 60% of residents commute out of Calvert every day for work.

What to do about these troubling facts rang loud and clear during the Charrette, or series of community meetings on the future of Prince Frederick, held in June by outside consulting firm, The Lawrence Group. About 200 people attended meetings that week and gave their two cents worth.

The outcome of this charrette is being viewed as a way to jump start the process for updating the Prince Frederick Master Plan, first adopted in 1967. The Town Center Concept was later adopted in 1983. The goals of those plans included preserving the nature and character of the county and avoiding strip commercial development.

In spite of these plans, the county today has numerous aging strip shopping centers, and sprawl especially along MD Route 4. Many existing businesses in these corridprs complain about inadequate signage and the need for improved access.

So what can Calvert County do to keep all this money – and people - and jobs – from leaving every day and at the same time, boost out quality of living?

What came out of these meetings on the future of Prince Frederick, current population 5,400, was a surprise to many, even the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC).

Craig Lewis, Principal, The Lawrence

Graphic depiction of a proposed new “Trinity 6,500 residents. It would need to offer amenities Circle” area in the “Civic District,” along Main that would draw people in from Solomons to Street in Prince Frederick.

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Group, told the BOCC, “The competition for jobs, retail dollars and housing is all around.”

To offset this, he proposed a goal of growing the population of Prince Frederick to 6,500 and creating 5,000 new high quality jobs by the year 2049, which would coincide with its 325th anniversary.

He added that this revamped county seat would need to be supported by more than just

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the county as well.

Lewis added, “This is an exciting opportunity. Good planning takes time, and the things we set forward today often take generations to achieve.”

Lewis cited a recent survey by the National Association of Realtors showing 54% of eligible homebuyers want walkable neighborhoods close to shopping and amenities.

“That’s the number one element – people want to be close to the things they value most.”Lewis said other future trends identified in the survey are that people want: - 35% Apartments - 25% Large Lot Housing - 20% Townhouses - 20% Small Cottages To support this in Prince Frederick, he suggests 440 new townhomes be built along with 360 “mansion” apartments; 1,200 garden and loft apartments; 220 residences built over retail storefronts, more than a million square feet of new office space; and 825,000 square feet of new retail.

He added that MD Route 2/4 needs to be more efficient, made attractive with landscaping, and crossable for walkers, so all new developments in the Prince Frederick Town Center should be built in a pedestrian-friendly manor. This would include more public space, green spaces and parks, with no person living or working more than a quarter mile from one of these. He suggested a network of trails and wide sidewalks so people no longer have to get in their cars and drive everywhere.

Lewis broke down the plan into three key development districts and multiple activity zones.

He said “The Hospital District” could flourish as a center for medical excellence and wellness along with becoming a place with various types of housing for residents aged “55 and better.” He said the life cycle of a hospital today is 20 to 30 years, so it’s feasible to think of a new hospital “tower” being built to house a state-of-the-art medical facility while the old hospital building could be revamped into assisted living for the graying population.

Across from the hospital, the charrette report suggests developing the area surrounding the Acquatic Center into an athletic complex with ball fields and other sports-oriented amenities.

A “Civic District” would encompass the old Calvert Middle School property and the Prince Frederick Armory. Lewis said in the future,

perhaps another new school could be built there.

He also suggested extending the new Chesapeake Blvd. to connect to back side of the hospital from the old Calvert Middle School property and the Prince Frederick Armory Building, which Lewis said should be saved because it’s an anchor that does add architectural interest.

A third area of focus would be the “Civic District” encompassing Main Street and government buildings. Lewis said it would make sense to connect Armory Road with Church Street to create a new “Trinity Circle,” which he said, “would be a nice front door for the church (Trinity United Methodist Church).”

The plan also envisions a revitalized Main Street around the Historic Courthouse enlivened with wider sidewalks and a formal public lawn, initially called “Wisteria Green” because of wisteria currently growing there. The tract is about a half acre. Lewis said that you can do a lot with a small patch of space and that it “can support 3,000- 4,000 people for a small festival.”

Strip shopping centers would be regenerated with high quality tenants and new mixed-use infill development. For example, he suggested a new “Fox Run Main Street” roadway directly in front of the existing Giant, Kmart, Peebles and other current businesses, with new retail outlets built closer to Route 4 in the empty parking areas now stretching to the highway.

“There are changing standards… such as aged parking standards. We don’t need as much asphalt as 10 years ago. Area already paved over is ready for new development,” Lewis added.

He said among the most valuable things are people look for today are attractive public frontages, “The interaction of the building to the street and how it looks. Trees, expensive landscaping, and the way a building looks along the street edge is so important now. So there should be less of a focus on use or parking, which were key (planning and zoning) elements previously.”

Another area of potential growth is land adjacent to the Prince Frederick campus of the College of Southern Maryland (CSM). The vision is for that is to be a place for both employment and new housing. To bring the college campus into the mix, Lewis suggested increasing the Prince Frederick Town Center by 529 acres from the current 1,689 to 2,218 acres.

Commissioner Susan Shaw commented, “It’s real different, very very different. It’s long-range and a lot of what we’ve heard about up to now… what’s marketable and profitable right now…. it’s the future of economic development.”

BOCC President Pat Nutter (R) said: “It’s almost a bit overwhelming to see this in a short period of time, which is what most people would like to see. ” But Nutter added, “I like it on paper.”

Commissioner Jerry Clark said, “Thirty to 40 years is a long period of time.” He added, “I think it’s visionary … and people have to understand it’s not for tomorrow…. I’m anxious to see how it shakes down in the public hearings.”

Commissioner Evan Slaughenhoupt commented, “There will be naysayers – I’m not one of them.” He added, “This concept is not your concept. This is not an outside consultant.

You’re presenting the vision as articulated by citizens at the charrettes. A lot of people will be very impatient – want to see it today. I’d like to see us move quickly… find out what zoning changes we can make and then we can do the Master Plan (update) as one. We have a great opportunity… and we must have our Economic Development Organization not being at loggerheads with business community.”

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Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Have you ever had a doctor's appointment and had to wait in the treatment room for an hour or more and not seen the physician?

What do you do about it?

This happened to me this week in Shady Side. I am sending a complaint to the Board of Maryland Physicians, which has a downloadable complaint form on their website.

This is one of the largest areas of complaints regarding physicians. And be sure to call your insurance company because they may still be billed for services not rendered.

As I was walking out after an hour, I was actually asked if I was going to pay the co-pay. Are you serious???

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I also sent them a bill for the hour of my time wasted. They bill you for no shows, so I am doing the same as they do.

Please share your experiences with me as we may be able to fix this in the Maryland General Assembly...

Dear Chesapeake Current readers, The Humane Society of Calvert County (HSCC), a no-kill animal shelter, is announcing their 11th Annual Pet Day 5K run/walk on Sat., Sept. 14. This is one of the major fund-raising events for the HSCC, which places more than 300 animals in loving homes every year.

The 5K starts on scenic Solomon’s Island at Our Lady of the Sea Church, located at 50 Alexander Lane.

Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. The day’s activities will begin with an optional warm up Zumba class at 7:30, and the race itself begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. The cost is $25 for adults (13 and older), $20 for children (ages 6-12), and free for children 5 and under. If

you register for the event on line there is a $5.00 discount.

Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome to attend; no retractable leashes please.

Last year’s event brought out more than 300 friends of the HSCC and more than 50 dogs. To register on line, please go to: www.active.com (search for HSCC’s Pet Day 5K) or search for more information, including how to volunteer, on the HSCC web site at: HumaneSocietyofCalvertCounty.org.

We look forward to seeing you and your pet dog there this year !

Kirstyn Northrop-Cobb Owings Humane Society of Calvert County in Sunderland

Thanks For Butterfly Update Dear Editor: I enjoyed your article on butterflies, but have to take issue with Dr. Reed's statement: "...the more native plants you have in your landscape - Joe Pye Weed, Butterfly Bush, and Buddleia, for example - the more likely you are to attract butterflies.”

Buddleia davidii is a native of China and is considered invasive in many parts of the world. Probably he meant Butterfly Weed, asclepias tuberosa.

I hope gardeners will plant the Butterfly Weed, in preference to the Buddleia.

Barclay Walsh Shady Side

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Water/Sewer Rate Controversy Continues Dear Chesapeake Current readers, Now that we were successful in getting enough signatures on the petition drive, this is where we are in the process.

The majority of the Chesapeake Beach Town Council decided not to schedule a special election, therefore delaying the referendum vote until 2016. This is an option afforded to them in the town’s charter, however it’s unfortunate that they took this position as I feel they are discounting over 1000 person’s opinion on having such a high water/sewer rate.

Instead, at September’s Town Council meeting, they will be voting on a rate of $9.18 per 1000 gallons. This rate was agreed upon at a work session on August 19th.

The rate of $9.18 is a much lower than the $15.56 rate that was successfully petitioned against. However, it is not the lowest rate possible and the structure requires a grant from the general fund reserves. I view this as unsustainable and we will be right back where we are now in the future, with rates at or above $15.56.

The Town of Chesapeake Beach enjoys a low 36 cent property tax rate. If the Town Council uses general fund money year after year for the utility fund, they will be left with no choice but to raise taxes.

The Council’s plan uses current tax money to pay for State required improvements at the Waste Water Treatment Plant, which will be in use by Town citizens for the next thirty to forty years. In other words, today’s citizens will pay all of the costs for the improvements rather than spreading the costs over twenty years and letting future users pay a portion of the costs. A majority of the Council is refusing to borrow funds for the project even though State funds are

available at 1.3%. Their plan will drain the Town’s reserves. Other units of government and corporations always pay for improvements that will be used for twenty or more years through loans or bonds. Our Council thinks it is better to use current cash reserves rather than accepting a very low rate State loan. This is unfair to current Town citizens.

I believe that if a person disagrees with the plans of elected officials, they have an obligation to do more than complain. Therefore, I have developed a rate structure plan that deals with the problems in a fair, sustainable, and business-like manner.

In general, I propose a rate structure based on fixed and variable factors. Specifically, all users will pay the same for fixed cost items and all will pay the same cost for each gallon of water used, big and small users alike. My plan uses no General fund money, but it does have the Town borrowing the Waste Water Treatment Plant project money through a 1.3% State loan. This approach is fair, sustainable, and doesn’t deplete the Town’s “Rainy Day” fund.

Today, we enjoy a low tax rate and the lowest water/sewer rate in Southern Maryland.

This has helped make Chesapeake Beach a great place to live.

On September 19 at 7:30 p.m., Council will meet to deal with the water/sewer rate issues. If you want the lowest rates possible that are fair and sustainable, you need to let the Mayor and Council members know that you believe there are better alternatives available to solve the water/sewer rate problem than the one currently proposed.

Wesley Donovan Chesapeake Beach

Reflections of a Dream Dear Chesapeake Current readers, "The Great March on Washington" took place in our nation's capital took place 50 years ago. On the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered the historic, "I Have a Dream" speech. An estimated quarter of a million people were in attendance that day. Blacks and whites joined together to show solidarity, marching from the Washington Monument to the Lincoln Memorial. Many prominent speakers and musicians of the day spoke and performed during the event. The "March" greatly impacted the 1964 Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

On Saturday, August 24, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the "The Great March", 22 Calvert County residents boarded a school bus to begin their journey retracing history.

Joyce Freeland, 66, President of the Calvert County NAACP and organizer of the event told me, "I remember it (The

faraway as Boston, Milwaukee, St. Louis, Little Rock, and many other locations.

Barton Logan, 63, a New York resident at the time, watched "The March" take place on television in his living room as well.

"I grew up in a city that neighborhoods were racially bound. I lived in a black neighborhood so it was entirely black. And on TV, I saw black and white people of various ages with suits, marching, being arrested."

Of the estimated 250,000 marchers, approximately 60,000 were white.

"It did have an impact on my life and how I looked at it the day after," Logan continued. "We saw on television things that occurred in Alabama, in Mississippi.

The sit-ins they had, the bus strikes. It was overwhelming. Not to think of what was going on in my community, what was going on across the country, all interconnected somehow."

Saturday's event brought tens of thousands Americans together once again on the very site where Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke. The unseasonably mild August temperatures and low humidity helped bring people of all ages out for this historic celebration. From the time we arrived in the city in the early morning, the mall was quickly transformed from small groups of participants walking together to a multi-colored sea of marchers, armed with signs and video cameras, each capturing their perspective of this milestone event.

Eloise Evans, 78, of Lusby reflects: "He (Dr. King) made a mark in history that we can't disregard. The March was uplifting; financially, spiritually. There were many positive improvements. Some people want success and things to be faster but it took us 200 years. We were in slavery and bondage, not only black people but many other groups and it took years to overcome that. The positive part of it, we have a black president."

Denise Logan, 57, recalls, "The movement has impacted my life tremendously. I may not have been able to do the things I've done so far. The restaurants, I can remember going to the kitchen to purchase my dinner as opposed to sitting down in a restaurant. I wouldn't have the choices of schools that I wanted to go to. My kids wouldn't have the choice of schools. It's a big change from

Some of the Calvert residents who went as a group on a school bus to the 50th Anniversary March.

March) was an exciting time. I was a teenager. Although I was not there, there we were, all glued to our TV sets watching it. A lot of people came from different places. A lot of people came together. It was an exciting time for African-Americans and it's going to be an exciting day today, 50 years later."

Participants in the 1963 march travelled by bus, train, and plane from as

Eloise Evans of Lusby in front of the MLK Jr. monument in Washington DC at the 50th Anniversary March. She was living in California at the time of the 1963 March.

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where we are today from what it was back then and I am so delighted to be here today to celebrate it 50 years later."

Edsel Brown, 58, and Vice President of the Calvert County NAACP recalls his mother attending the 1963 event. "She was in her 20’s when she went. It left a great mark on her because that was the largest Civil Rights march of its time and there hadn't been anything close to that."

Brown realizes he has, "benefitted greatly from the dues a lot of other people paid. I'm standing on their shoulders and that's why I'm here today."

Of course the struggle for civil rights was not only for the current generation of the 60's but to benefit future generations of Americans.

Jessica Simpson, 26, who holds a Masters Degree in Public Health came to the anniversary march, "Mainly because of the verdict, the Trayvon Martin case. It just seems like there's a time for us to get together and start making meaningful change. This was my way of kind of showing the justice system in general that we're paying attention to what they're doing. In regards to Stand Your Ground (law), it's unacceptable and I think that's why a lot of people are out here today. For justice for Trayvon Martin."

"I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed - we hold these truths to be selfevident: that all men are created equal." Martin Luther King, Jr. Many people carried different signs expressing their causes and concerns.

"I would definitely encourage young people to get involved in movements like this. Talk to older people who have gone through this. You can learn a lot from them," she adds.

Contrary to what some people may believe, the Civil Rights movement was not only for African Americans, but Americans of all races, ages, and gender. It ensured that the rights of all people are protected by law.

Audrey Poe, 16, an Asian American, told me, "The Civil Rights Movement helped open the gateways for all different types of people. As a female, without the Civil Rights Movement setting the stage for an equal America, I might not be able to get the same jobs as men as easily as I can now. However, I think America has just begun its journey towards equality, like in terms of the rights of homosexual Americans, or furthering the freedoms of women."

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. has long been a hero of mine. Dr. King sacrificed his life pursuing equality for Americans. It was an honor to take part in the 50th Anniversary March with my fellow Americans and friends from Calvert County. Thank you Dr. King for helping to make America a better place for us all to live.

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Florence Bast, 73 Florence Alice “Snookie” Bast, age 73, a resident of Heritage Harbor, Annapolis, and a longtime resident of Shady Side, passed away August 28, 2013.

She was born May 24, 1940 in Baltimore to Adam Vernon and Vivian (Miles) Schaffner. Snookie was raised in Baltimore until moving to Shady Side at age 16.

She married Robert Bast on March 11, 1957 at Centenary U.M. Church in Shady Side. Snookie was very active for 23 years with the Shady Side Rescue Squad, where she served as President. She was also involved in various community events in Shady Side. She loved to write “Letters to the Editor,” enjoyed antique bottles, and was president of her Bottle Club.

Snookie is survived by daughters Evelyn J. Bast Miller and husband Roland, Jr. of Shady Side and Bobbie Jo McAllister and husband Hutch of St. Leonard. Also surviving are grandchildren Caren Bevins, Jeannette Moreland, Terry and Casey McAllister and Boh Hutchins; nine great-grandchildren; her former husband Robert Bast of Mayo and many brothers and sisters.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Hospice of the Chesapeake, 455 Defense Highway, Annapolis MD 21401.

Mark Cox, 58 Mark David Cox, age 58, of Laurel, MD passed away August 23, 2013 as a result of an automobile in North Carolina.

Mark was returning from his nephews’ graduation from Marine Basic Training

He is survived by his mother Virginia Jones Cox of Prince Frederick; a sister Cheryl Lynn Cox; brothers Geary Alan Cox and Timothy Jep Cox, all of Chesapeake Beach, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his brother Larry Hugh Cox and his father Jep Hugh Cox. Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to North Beach Volunteer Fire Department.

Michael Forker, 54 Michael J. Forker of Friendship, formerly of Deale, MD, age 54, was born February 20, 1959 and passed away August 24, 2013.

Michael was an avid sports fan. he enjoyed cheering for the Washington Redskins and Nationals. He also rooted for Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch in NASCAR races. When it came to softball, he was both a player and a coach. Mr. Forker loved nature and could often be found gardening, hiking or traveling outdoors. He was a member of Insulators Local #24.

He was the beloved husband of Debbie Forker; loving father of Michelle (Joe) LaRosa and Brittany Forker; step father of Jessi (John) Borden and Rachel Nutwell; Loving and proud grandfather of Josie LaRosa; Devoted son of Joyce Forker; loving brother of Joyce Rucci. He is also survived by three nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to Dunkirk VFD, 3170 W. Ward Road, Dunkirk, MD 20754 or Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Hwy, Annapolis, MD 21401 Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

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in Parris Island, SC. He was born July 27, 1955 in Prince Frederick, to Jep Hugh and Virginia (Jones) Cox. He graduated from Calvert High School and received a BA in History from St. Mary’s College of Maryland in 1978. Mark was employed as an estimator with American Asphalt Paving Company of Baltimore for many years.

Elizabeth “Betty” C. Glen, age 86, a 20 year resident of Lothian, and formerly of Arboles, CO, died on August 25 at home following a lengthy illness.

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She also helped to build a Catholic Church in Arboles, CO. Betty was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Upper Marlboro, and a Volunteer for the Red Cross.

She enjoyed crossword and picture puzzles, playing Bingo, Yahtzee, reading, traveling, bowling and listening to Dr. Laura S. She was a great and caring friend to many in Arboles and Ignacio, CO areas. She was also very devoted to numerous friends in the Lothian area. She loved laughing and making others laugh as well.

Betty is survived by her husband of 19 years, Robert Glen; one son, Paul Gummerus of Kauai, HI; three daughters, Jassy Gummerus of LaJolla, CA, Kathleen St. Germain of Arboles, CO and Helen Valencia of Anaheim, CA; one brother, Larry Schimpf of San Diego, CA; six grandsons, Dustin, Donovan and Chad Gummerus of Kauai, HI, Vance Valencia of Anaheim, CA, Seth St. Germain of Ignacio, CO and Scott Gummerus of LaJolla, CA; one granddaughter, Cathryn Braun of Kauai, HI; she is also survived by 15 great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents and husband of 45 years, John “Jack” Gummerus, who died on August 20, 1993.

Donations in her memory are recommended to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122.

Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements.

Parran Gross, 89 P a r r a n Napoleon Gross, age 89, was born on September 3, 1923 in Calvert County.

Parran completed his earthly life on August 20, 2013 at Solomons Nursing Center.

Parran was known to family and friends as "Poley." He was one of eight children born to the union of Major James and Emma S.E. Gross.

Parran was a lifelong resident of Calvert County where he attended the public schools.

He joined Eastern U.M. Church at an early age. He was very involved with his church. His passion was singing. He was a member of Eastern's Methodist Mens' Choir and a Lay Speaker. Parran was often asked to be MC for many churches, for many programs.

Parran was in the military for a short period of time, where he proudly served his country, and at the end of his service he was honorably discharged.

In 1950, Parran and Barbara Brooks were joined in marriage; to this union was born three children: Parran Jr., Delithia, and Reginald.

Over the years, Parran worked at Patuxent Naval Air Station where he did maintenance work. He also drove the ferry from Solomons Island to Patuxent Naval Air Station. Parran continued working for the U.S. government for 25 years. He also worked at the shipyard in Drum Point.

Parran was a member of the American Legion Post #220 as well as the Eureka Lodge

P.H.A.. His pastimes included singing, fishing, and helping others. He took special care in tending to his parents needs throughout their time of sickness.

Parran and Barbara divorced after many years of marriage. After some time had passed Parran later married Mary Garner, whom he loved dearly.

He is survived by: one brother, Irvin Gross; two sons, Parran (Beatriz) and Reginald (Tanya); two daughters, Delithia and Towanda (Robert); three step-daughters, Eliza Foote (William), Mary Ellen Weems (Sammy), and Doris Payne (Johnny); three sisters-in-law, Florence E. Gross, Sarah Gross, and Daisy Gross; a special friend, Zelma (Cookie) Briggs; 12 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

Texanna Gross, 92 T e x a n n a (Watts) Gross was born on September 5, 1920 to the late John and Ella Watts. On August 18, 2013, Texanna departed this life at the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House.

Born one of eight children, she brought a great deal of nurturing and care to all that she encountered. She received her formal education through the Calvert County Public School System. In addition to her primary schooling, God blessed Texanna with a heightened sense for business and the management of household affairs.

Texanna and Howard W. Gross were united in holy matrimony on July 10, 1937.

The Lord Jesus Christ richly blessed them with eight children: Rosa Mae Rice, Charles W. Sr., Guilford (deceased), Lorenzo Sr., Larry C. Sr., Twilla M., Levi C., and Penny C. Briscoe.

She leaves to cherish fond memories: four sons, three daughters, three wonderful daughter-in-laws, Florence, Alberta, and Leslie, and two wonderful sons-¬in-law, Calvin and Thomas; 17 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

She was preceded in death by: her husband Howard W. (Buster), son Guilford, four brothers: Clarence Watts, William Watts, Milton Watts, and John Watts Jr., and three sisters: Sarah Watts, Eliza Howard, and Alverta Tomey.

Texanna was a faithful wife, mother, sister, aunt and grandmother. She was also a faithful steward in two churches: The Saint John's United Methodist Church, Lusby, and The Greater Bible Way Church, Prince Frederick. She was not ashamed of her salvation and love for the Lord Jesus Christ.

She adored Sunday School, Wednesday Noon Day Prayer and would not hesitate to praise God in any atmosphere as long as those gathered believed in Jesus.

One of her greatest passions was to sing. If she was on the choir, she would always be heard. If she had a solo to sing, she would be there. Momma Tex, as she was affectionately called, had a strong alto voice and did not mind using it. She goes down in the archives of The Greater Bible Way Church, Prince Frederick, for writing the song, "I Love My Pastor.”

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

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Bobbie Hoffman, 85

Barbara Ann Hall, age 69, of Owings, was born September 21, 1943 and went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 31, 2013. She was surrounded by those who loved her and prayed with her until her last breath. She was very strong and courageous lady who loved her Lord and her family to the very end.

She was a devoted wife, mother, granny, sister and friend. She left here on this earth many loved ones; her husband of 50 years, Raymond Lewis Hall, son; Keith David Hall, daughter; Renee Lynn Nieves and her husband, Kevin Joel Nieves. She was the Granny of Krista Noelle Hall, Kayla May Drew, Brandon K Joseph Nieves, Aiden Julius LanFranche and Christian Michael Drew.

Barbara was a sister to Gene McClelland, Nancy Briscoe, Carol Parnell and Bonnie Robbins. She was an aunt, great-aunt and caregiver to so many. Caring first for her two younger sisters when her mother passed away at a young age, then to nieces and nephews, a husband, children, grand children and even neighborhood children and more.

She loved putting puzzles together, crocheting, sewing, watching and feeding birds (especially the hummingbirds), fishing and crabbing, baking and most of all giving a lending ear when someone needed to talk. She was a kind and compassionate lady, caring more for others than herself. She continued to be a servant when she decided to follow Christ by getting involved immediately in her church, serving in the pre-school division as a Sunday School teacher, helping with the pre-school choir, volunteering in AWANA, helping in VBS and volunteering her time for any project that others in the church needed help with.

Lee Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Bobbie Jeanne Johnson Hoffman, age 85, of Prince Frederick, passed away at Solomons Nursing Center on Friday, August 30, 2013.

Bobbie was born in Greenville, SC on May 7, 1928 and graduated from Eastern High School in Washington, DC. Bobbie also attended Washington Bible College. Bobbie worked as a secretary at the Department of Agriculture until her retirement due to colon cancer in 1983.

Bobbie enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, writing poetry, reading her Bible, playing bingo, doing crafts at Solomons Nursing Center and collecting angels.

Bobbie is survived by her loving husband Charles R. Hoffman of Prince Frederick; they were wed 60 years and by her devoted daughter Cheri Hoffman Mrkva and husband Frank J. Mrkva Jr. of St. Leonard.

Bobbie is lovingly remembered by her granddaughter, Renee Mrkva Reamy and husband Paul Reamy of Prince Frederick and great-grandchildren Trent Hall, Brooklyn Reamy, Trevor Reamy and Juliana Reamy, her grandson Buddy Mrkva of St. Leonard and her brother-in-laws, Herman Hoffman of Pennsylvania, John Davis of North Carolina, her sister-in-laws, Pat Wilson of Florida and Barbara Clemens of Georgia and a host of nieces and nephews.

Bobbie was predeceased by her father, Leslie Johnson, her mother, Olive Mae Williams Johnson, her brother William A. Johnson, her brother Charles Johnson, and her sister Nancy “Diane” Johnson Davis.

Rausch Funeral Home Port Republic handled arrangements. Her funeral service was officiated by Pastor Rick Hancock; Bobbie would be honored because she had known him since he was a young man and they both attended church at Landover Hills Baptist Church.

Memorial donations may be made to the National Cancer Society.

Jerry Helvey, 74 Jerry Franklin Helvey of Churchton, age 74, was born August 29, 1939 and passed away August 30, 2013.

He was born in Beckley, WV to Frank and Claetta Helvey, and has resided in Churchton, MD for the last 45 years. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Evelyn Helvey, two daughters, Denise Hughes (husband Chris Hughes) of Frederick, MD; Amy Marshall (husband Chip Marshall) West River, MD; grandchildren Ashley and Chase Marshall, brothers and sisters Rita Matherly, Grant Helvey, Brent Helvey, Myra Severt, Linda Murphy and Nevin Helvey and dear friend and cousin JoAnna Ready.

Hardesty Funeral Home in Galesville handled arrangements.

Edward Koehn, 79 E d w a r d Theodore Koehn, known as “Pops”, age 79, of St. Leonard, passed away August 22, 2013 at his home.

He was born on March 6, 1934 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Theodore and Anna Brockmann Koehn. Pops served in the Marine Corp from 1952 to 1955 where he was an Amphibian Tank Commander and was discharged at the rank of Sergeant.

Pops moved to Calvert County from Florida in 1975, and went to work at Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant in the Radiation Protection Department. He retired from Calvert Cliffs in 1998 and went to work for Calvert Cliffs State Park where he greeted people and loved talking to them about the park. He was a Civil War buff, who enjoyed crabbing, fishing, boating, the Redskins and was

an avid NASCAR Fan. Bob Mair, 76 Pops is survived by his seven children; Vickie Moran of Greenville, SC; Craig Koehn, Robert Edwin of St. Leonard; Linda Perry of Portsmouth, RI; “Bob” Mair, age 76, of Brian Koehn of Lusby; Holly Koehn of St. Owings passed away Leonard; Eric Koehn of St. Leonard; and Krissy July 18, 2013 at Anne Govatos of Edgewater.

Arundel Medical Grandfather of 18, great grandfather of Center in Annapolis. nine, he is also survived by devoted friend and He was born neighbor Christine Fitz.

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Robert and Florence Memorial contributions may be made to Marie (Greb) Mair. Bob was raised in Wolf Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838 Prince Point and graduated from Wolf Point High Frederick, MD 20678.

School in 1954. He served in the United States Air Force from August 20, 1954 until May 25, 1962, earning the Good Conduct Medal.

Mike Kuhn, 47 Bob married Lillian G. Ward on August Michael Allen 26, 1961 and they lived in Suitland until Kuhn, Sr. of Lusby, moving to the Ward family farm in Owings in formerly of Lake 1962.

He was employed as construction Wales, FL passed away suddenly at his superintendent with George C. Martin Company and Skaggs residence at the age of Construction 47, on August 25, Construction. He retired from construction in 1998 and then worked for Boatlifts Unlimited, 2013.

He was born Inc. in Deale and Odenton. He was a member Sept. 24, 1965 in of the Carpenters Local 132 in Washington, Kettering, OH to the late to the late Anne D.C. and the Forestville Elks Lodge. Bob Patricia Thonet Kuhn and Elston Gerard enjoyed being on the water, especially boating Kuhn. Mike graduated from Lake Wales High and waterskiing. He also enjoyed reading and watching T.V. School, Lake Wales, FL in 1983.

Bob is survived by his loving wife Lillian Mike married his beloved wife Joylene Kuhn on December 17, 1988 at Our Lady Star of the G. (Ward) Mair, daughters Bonnie Sue Dean and husband Scott and Debbie A. Sandlin and Sea Catholic Church, Solomons.

He was employed as an Electronics husband Chris, and grandchildren Tabitha, Technician for BAE Systems for the last twelve Leanna, and Jenna Dean and Tyler Sandlin, all and a half years. He was a member of the of Owings. Also surviving are a foster son Pat Knights of Columbus, Council #9528; he was Puckett and wife Dedra of Noblesville, IN and also a former member of Sanners Lake Gun their children Levi and Alana Puckett; and sisters Delores Nelson of Wolf Point, MT and Club, Lexington Park, MD. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Colleen Mans of Great Falls, MT. He was preceded in death by his parents Joylene Kuhn, his daughter Catherine A. and her husband James Nelson of Norman, OK; his and a brother, Douglas Mair.

A Memorial Service will be held Sun., son Michael A. Kuhn, Jr. of Ocala, FL and his brother Stephen John Kuhn of Lakeland, FL. Sept. 15, 2013 at 2:30 p.m. at Friendship Mike was preceded in death by his parents United Methodist Church, 22 West Friendship Road, Friendship MD 20758. and his daughter MaryLynn Kuhn.

Memorial contributions may be made to Memorial contributions may be made to: Memorial Fund for Michael Allen Kuhn, Sr., either: Friendship United Methodist Church Lusby MD 20657 or Our Lady Star of the Sea Building Fund, P.O. Box 72, Friendship MD Catholic School, P.O. Box 560, Solomons MD 20758 or Hospice of the Chesapeake, 455 Defense Highway, Annapolis MD 21401.

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Mary Lindsey, 87 Mary L. Lindsey, age 87, was born in Topeka, KS on September 15, 1925 to the late Edward and Minnie Porch Sr. Her life journey ended on August 27, 2013 when she fell into a

deep sleep.

Mary graduated from the Kansas Vocational School of Business in Topeka.

After graduation Mary moved to Ft. Leavenworth, KS where she was married and had a daughter.

Mary became an official Washingtonian in 1950 when she relocated to Washington DC. After 30 years of dedicated service she retired from National Security Agency.

Mary lived a well-rounded life, enjoying a variety of interest and hobbies.

She was an active member of St. Mark Baptist Church. Mary was a member of the Volunteer Chorus and the secretary of the group for 23 years. She loved to set up at the flea markets and sell her Watkins product.

Mary truly loved her family. She also enjoyed her two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Mary leaves her loving and devoted family to cherish her memory; daughter, Aloha Lindsey Cobb; two grandchildren Kim Cobb-Jimenez (Alvin) and Keith Cobb; and four great-grandchildren Malik, Jayla, Alyia& Derrick Linzy, nephew, Barry Porch and a host of other relatives and many friends.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

Kenneth Lombardo, 64 Kenneth Mark Lombardo, age 64, of Huntingtown died peacefully at home September 2, 2013 with his family at his side. He passed after a year-long battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease).

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He was born in Prince George's county to Florence and the late Michael Lombardo.

He attended Duvall and Park Dale High School. Kenneth was drafted into the US Army in 1969 where he served in Korea. He returned home to his wife to start a family.

Kenneth worked for Pepco for 40+ years. He lived in Hyattsville, MD until 1984 when he moved to Huntingtown.

Kenneth enjoyed traveling, hang-gliding, fishing, crabbing and was a member of the American Legion in Chesapeake Beach. Additionally, he loved being out on the water in his boat, and building and working with his hands.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 44 years, Donna Lee. His three daughters; DawnMarie (Jeff), Kristin (Doug), and Mnylynn (Ryan); his four grandsons, David, Tyler, Logan and Brayden; mother, Florence and siblings; Stephen, Dennis, Susan and Jean.

He will forever be missed by his family and friends. To know him, was to love him!

The family invites friends to Lee Funeral Home Calvert, P.A. (8200 Jennifer Lane, Owings, MD 20736) on Thurs., Sept. 5 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 6 at 10:30 a.m. at Lee Funeral Home in Owings.

Memorial donations may be made to Calvert Hospice, P.O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

Louis Mackall, 61 Louis Donnelly Mackall, age 61, was born March 9, 1952 in Gambrills, MD and departed his life on Thursday, August 15, 2013.

He attended and graduated from Calvert Senior High School in 1971. After graduation he pursued a career in business management. Through the programs of the Randolph-Sheppard Act, Louis obtained a vendors contract to manage snack bars in several Federal Government facilities. Louis was a hard and dedicated worker.

During his youth, Louis attended Mt. Hope United Methodist Church and was a member of the children's choir. Later he attended Morning Star Church in Upper Marlboro.

Jeanette Perkins, 85 J e a n e t t e Perkins, age 85 of Lusby, was called to her Heavenly Home on Friday, August 30, 2013 at G e o r g e t o w n University Hospital, Washington, D. C. She was born on January 11, 1928 in Crystal Hill, VA to the late George Washington Bauldwin and Mary Lee Eldridge Bauldwin.

She worked for Children’s Hospital of Washington, D. C. as a Sterile Technician for 47 years until her retirement. She was a faithful member of the Church of God of Forestville, MD for over twenty years She is survived by four daughters, a son, a daughter-in-law and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends.

Jeanette was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband of 32 years Henry Howard Perkins who passed away on March 12, 1979, seven brothers and a sister.

Visitation will be held Fri., Sept. 6, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Rausch Funeral Home – Lusby, 20 American Lane, Lusby MD 20657. A Celebration of Life service follows at 12:00 noon.

Louise Phillips, 81 Mary Louise Phillips, age 81, of Harwood passed away on Monday, August 26 at her home.

Born on September 1, 1931 in Washington D.C. to the late Alonzo and Lula Mae McAleer, Louise and her late husband, Malcolm Dean Phillips raised 29 foster children. Since 1956, Louise has been an active member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, where she served as Sunday School and Vacation Bible School superintendent, as well as being an active member of the Adult Fellowship. She also volunteered with the Lutheran Missions.

Her hobbies included quilting, seamstress work, and attending auctions and yard sales.

She is survived by a son and daughter in law, Kyle “Rusty” and Janet Phillips of Davidsonville; seven daughters and sons in law, Vicki and Michael Taliaferro of Grand Rapids, MI; Connie and Hal Dantinne of Lancaster, PA; Sandy and Doug Hughes of Severna Park; Lori and Timothy McDonald of Harwood; Cheryl and Arthur Howard of Edgewater; Karen and Larry Shelor of Christiansburg, VA and Cathy Williams and friend Bill McChesney of Millsboro, DE; a very special friend, Ralph Horrell of Harwood and 23 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by her brother, Wesley McAleer.

A Life Celebration service was held at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Lothian. Interment followed in the church cemetery.

Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater handled arrangements.

Gary Printz, 45 Gary Lee Printz, Jr., age 45, of Chesapeake Beach, passed away August 22, 2013 at his residence surrounded by his family.

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He loved old school R&B and gospel music.

He was a big fan of old TV shows; his favorite were The Andy Griffith Show, Gun Smoke, The Rifleman and Big Valley.

He leaves to cherish fond memories: his wife of 40 years, Rosalind (Elseby); one daughter, Rosinetta Mackall; six grandchildren, Alexander, Renae, Delonte, Deontae, Raheem and Tyrrell; three sisters, Doris Jacks (Mackall), Florence Mackall, Darlene Parren (Johnson); four brothers, Leroy Boldley, Mark Mackall, Jerome Johnson and Levi Butler; and a host of aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by: his father, Leroy A. Mackall; his mother, Eva E. Butler (Harrod); one brother, Bruce Johnson; and one sister, Agnes Freeland (Johnson).

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Gary was raised in Montgomery, Prince George’s and Charles Counties and graduated from Lackey High School in 1986. He joined the Plumbers Local 5 in Washington D.C., where he entered the apprenticeship program, graduating in June 1993 as the Valedictorian of his class. Gary was employed as a journeyman plumber with W.F. Collins. He also was an instructor at the apprenticeship school and in 2004 became the director of the program.

He married Shawna Kae Ellis on February 15, 1992 and they made their home in Chesapeake Beach.

Gary was very involved in the Boy Scouts with his sons as a Scoutmaster for Troop 426 in Prince Frederick. He was an outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and camping. In recent years he became interested in primitive archery, making his own bows and arrows. He was also a car enthusiast, especially muscle cars and hot rods. Most of all, Gary loved spending time with his family, especially his children and his nieces and nephew.

Gary is survived by his loving wife Shawna K. Printz and children Gary L. III, Amanda K., Jesse B. and Vanessa R. Printz, all of Chesapeake Beach. Also surviving are his parents Gary L, Sr. and Sandie Printz of Huntingtown; a brother Jason Printz, and two nieces and a nephew, all of Dunkirk.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings handled arrangements.

Memorial donations in Gary’s name may be made to the National Brain Tumor Society.

Bob Riggins, 83 Robert Edward “Bob” Riggins, age 83, of Dunkirk passed away August 28, 2013 at Calvert Memorial Hospital in Prince Frederick.

He was born June 6, 1930 in Franklinville, NJ to Walter F. and Kathleen (Whitehead) Riggins. Bob was raised in Camden, NJ and graduated from Wilson High School in 1946.

He married Anna Katherine Spohn on Flooring Service and most recently worked June 5, 1947, and they moved to for Patuxent Flooring and Design in Washington, D.C., where Bob became a Lothian. He enjoyed riding motorcycles in Union Brick Mason with Washington, his youth, woodworking, Western movies, D.C. Local 1. They later moved to country music and fishing. He also loved Forestville, MD, where they raised their going on daily walks with his dogs. family and then moved to Dunkirk in 1976.

He is survived by a son Robert Fenton Bob was employed by N. Litterio & Stokes of St. Leonard and a daughter Lisa Co. for 30 years as a brick mason foreman Lee Thompson and husband John Howard and was later a self-employed bricklayer of Mechanicsville. Also surviving are until retiring in 1995. He was an honorary grandchildren David Lynn Windsor, Jr., member of the Forestville V.F.D. In his Kenneth Norris Windsor, Alice Marie leisure time, Bob enjoyed fishing, hunting, Windsor Jones and Daniel Lee Windsor playing cards and spending time with his Jones; and siblings Fenton “Pinky” Stokes, family, especially his grandchildren.

Barbara Beavers, Linda Beavers, Bertha Bob is survived by his wife Anna “Peanut” Gemier and Billy Stokes.

Spohn Riggins, daughters Roberta A. Bob was preceded in death by his wife Livermore and husband Anthony of Dorothy “Dot” Stokes on June 12, 2009.

Gettysburg, PA, Arlene Shanaberger and Rausch Funeral Home handled husband Mike of Boonsboro, MD and arrangements. Memorial contributions may Deborah Riggins of Boxborough, MA and a be made to the animal shelter of your son Richard A. Riggins of Chesapeake choice.

Beach.

Also surviving are ten Minnie Weems, 83 grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren and one greatM i n n i e great-grandson.

Beatrice Weems was He was preceded in death by his born on Mar. 18, parents, a daughter Virginia Spitler, a 1930, daughter of son-in-law Dolan Spitler, two grandsons the late Clarence and eleven brothers and sisters. and Pauline Weems.

Rausch Funeral Home in Owings She departed this life handled arrangements.

Aug. 9, 2013 at St. Memorial donations may be made to Mary’s Hospital in Forestville V.F.D., 8321 Old Marlboro Pike, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772.

Leonardtown, MD. Minnie was educated in the Calvert County School System and worked there from September 1, 1971 until her retirement on June 30, 1994.

Minnie grew up in the Methodist Church from an early age attending St. John’s United Methodist Church and supported the church until her health failed.

Her favorite joys were listing to the Harmonizing Four and watching the movie called “Imitation of Life.” She also loved Popeye’s chicken and writing down lottery numbers that she never played, and could tell you how to drive and never drove a day in her life. She also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

Preceding Minnie in death was her daughter Pauline Weems Bishop and left to cherish her memories are: her two twin sons, Wardell and Wendell (Deborah) Sewell; brother, Clarence (Thelma) Weems; six grandchildren, Tawanna Bishop (Will), Chanita Bishop (Conrad) Young, Vashon (Melissa) Bishop, Demetria Sewell, Delton Sewell and Wendell Sewell Jr.; twelve great grandchildren; seven great-great grandchildren; four special adopted grandchildren, Angel, James, Jerri, and Darius and a host of extended family and friends.

Sewell Funeral Home in Prince Frederick handled arrangements.

Bob Stokes, 72 R o b e r t William “Bob” Stokes, age 72, of North Beach, passed away August 23, 2013 at his residence.

He was born July 26, 1941 in Washington D.C. to Fenton William and Bertha Mabel (Coeyman) Stokes. Bob was raised in Hillside and attended public schools.

He had lived in North Beach since the 1970’s.

Bob was employed by Stokes and Son

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CLASSIFIEDS The Current, Bay Tripper and Chesapeake Current Cuisine are the only locally-owned and operated newspapers in our area. We’re not owned by a megabillionaire in Seattle. The Chesapeake Current supports local businesses and our communities in so many ways.

We encourage you to patronize our advertisers, all of whom are right here in our area.

And don’t be confused by counterfeits that “claim” they’re everything Calvert County when all they’re doing is showing you their advertisers in St. Mary’s County to get you across the bridge to spend your money.

Instead, support local businesses HERE that provide jobs and keep our economy going strong!

Support the Chesapeake Current and our advertisers instead.

The Current keeps it local. Nothing is syndicated, nothing is canned, and we have no fillers to take up space. Every issue of the Current is packed with exclusive news and information that matters to you, your family and friends. There’s no other publication like us.

Ads in the Current, and our sister publications, Chesapeake Current Cuisine and Chesapeake Bay Tripper, are very affordable and really work to help you grow your business or promote your event. For more info, email ads@ChesapeakeCurrent.com or call our office at (410) 231-0140.

Volunteers The Anne Arundel County Fair is September 11 through 15; the Fair is an all-volunteer nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization bringing family entertainment, competition and education to people of all ages in Anne Arundel County and surrounding areas. See: www.aacountyfair.org. Volunteers, age 21 and up, are needed for a variety of positions during the Fair and year round.

Contact (410) 923-3400 or info@aacountyfair.org to volunteer and visit web site at www.aacountyfair.org.

Lilly Pond Foal Rescue: rescues, rehabilitates and finds homes for neglected, abused, unwanted, and orphaned foals and other equines that are at risk of going to slaughter. Volunteers are needed to complete special projects as well as general type barn work at their Dunkirk location. Volunteers may offer a few hours of time just for a day or sign up for a spot on weekly /monthly schedules. Work includes feeding horses,

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cleaning stalls, picking up fields, fence repairs etc.

Contact Sharon Hancock at shrnhncck@aol.com or (240) 299-0021 for more information. See website: lillypond.info.

Pets Meet Grammy!

Sweet Grammy. Nothing fazes her. Grammy came to us from a hoarding situation in Arkansas. She has been there and done that.

Grammy has lived quite the life. We don't know what all she has seen, but we know that she does have one blind eye and a healing bullet wound. Despite all of that, Grammy is still as sweet as can be and is ready to cuddle.

After her difficult life, she totally deserves a comfy home to settle down into. We are not charging an adoption fee for Grammy. Giving her a forever home is fee enough, so please call if you can help her!

For more information, please visit: HumaneSocietyOfCalvertCounty.org or visit all the animals available in person at the Humane Society of Calvert County, 2210 Dalrymple Road in Sunderland.

Phone: (410) 257-4908. Be sure to say you read about this pet in the Chesapeake Current!

Mozzie Mozzie is a handsome domestic short hair mixedbreed cat, gray and white. He’s an altered male, believed to be about three years old.

Marley Marley is a mixed-breed Shepherd, estimated to be about six years old. She’s an altered female who is brindle and white, and was brought in to Animal Control as a stray.

MooMoo MooMoo is a domestic short-haired cat, about a year old.

He’s an altered male, black and white with unusual markings.

For more information about these or any of the many other lovable animals currently needing homes, contact Anne Arundel County Animal Control at (410) 222-8900. Be sure to say you saw them in the Chesapeake Current! (Note: Animal Control is closed on Mondays).

Save the date! Anne Arundel County Animal Control will have its bi-annual Adopt-A-Thon on Sat. Sept. 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. They still have a large number of adoptable animals in need of forever homes –especially cats and kittens! So if you’ve been thinking about a pet, now’s the time!

Garden Dirt

By Ray Greenstreet

Fall Into Your Yard

(From the Editor: Welcome to another new and exclusive local column by Ray Greenstreet of Greenstreet Gardens in Lothian.

Watch each issue of the Chesapeake Current for “Garden Dirt,” which is all about being “your growing resource.")

The summer of 2013 is a fairly comfortable one, although there are still a few weeks to get through. But compared to the last couple of years, it's been pretty easy with just a handful of bruising heatwaves driving us indoors. Even so, we're all looking forward to a crisp, new fall season. Off with the A/C and go back into the great outdoors. It's cabin fever in reverse!

Fall is the season to re-energize your landscape. Antsy with anticipation is one way to describe our nursery manager and buyer, Maggie Wiles.

"I can't wait to get into my yard," Maggie says. "I want to rip out stuff that didn’t work and beef up all of my planting areas with soil amendment. This is my fall project."

Great landscapes start with great soil.

Even the best quality plants won’t grow well in poor soil.

A good soil amendment – like Bumper Crop - builds the soil and will continue to work long after fertilizers have faded.

"Soil amendment is organic matter that contains live stuff and that live stuff is the magic ingredient," Maggie explains.

"Worm castings, compost,shellfish, all of those things will continue to build in the soil and your plants will reap continual benefits.”

And yes, the old adage is true: Fall is a great time to plant. Not only does cooler weather and shorter days put less stress on young plants, the seasonal lifecycle makes fall ideal for planting. Plants stop growing and begin shutting down for the winter.

But while the tops are shutting down, the bottoms, or root systems, fire up. More roots are developed on plants during the fall than any other time of the year. When spring rolls around, the trees, shrubs and perennials planted in the fall will have already started developing a strong root system which in turn will support robust spring growth.

Choosing the right plants for these fertile beds is the next step to a successful landscape. Plants that need full sun won’t thrive in the shade, and shade lovers will wither and die in the hot sun. And, yes, size does matter.

“We’re asked all the time - can’t I just keep it pruned to fit? The answer is yes, but in doing so you often destroy the natural structure of the plant. It’s better for the plant to choose one that will grow into the space," Maggie adds.

If the mature size of the plant isn’t indicated on the label, ask the nursery sales staff “how big will this plant really get" and if you have a three by three foot space, don’t plant a variety that, at maturity, will be eight by eight foot. Your pruning shears aren't that sharp! And remember, that beautiful little six-foot Maple will grow to 30, 40 feet or more, possibly into overhead power lines… or the side of your house. Give plants the environment and the space they need to thrive.

Fall is also a good time to divide and conquer. Determine if those overgrown monsters need to move to the compost pile while others may just need a change of address in your yard - or to a neighbor’s. Many perennials benefit from being divided every few years. Those that have dead growth in the center and young, healthy growth on the outside are ready to be divided and replanted as new and separate plants. Shrubs that have outgrown their space or their welcome, but that are still healthy, can be moved now. Just remember that the size of the shrub is directly proportional to the strength of your back and arms! Sometimes it's easier to start fresh with smaller plants that you can lift than to spend hours moving a beast.

A healthy, well-planned landscape adds to your enjoyment – and value - of your home while helping the environment, both aesthetically and functionally.

Now that you know fall is the season to plant, what are you waiting for? Don a sweatshirt, pull on the gloves - and get dirty.

"Every season comes with new opportunity in our yards," Maggie says. "And the added plus to fall? Now you can breathe the air."

About the Author: Ray Greenstreet began his career when he was just 13, as a “yard boy” at a garden center. In 2000, Ray and his wife Stacy, began Greentstreet Growers, a wholesale growing operation on their 65-acre Lothian farm. In 2005, they opened Greenstreet Gardens, a retail nursery and gift store. Last year Greenstreet Gardens grew to include a second retail store in Alexandria, VA.

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Mark Your Calendar! Race Day is October 5, 2013

Have fun & raise funds for a great cause!

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Join Calvert Memorial Hospital and our partners as we raise funds for the Sheldon E. Goldberg Center for Breast Care.

Calvert Memorial Hospital’s 4th annual 5K Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, October 5.

Run or walk around beautiful Solomons Island.

Early Bird Race Fee: $30 (before September 25, 2013)

Early Bird registrants guaranteed T-shirt and can pick up packets Thursday, October 3, and Friday, October 4 at the KeepWell Center.

Race Fee: (Day of) $40 Race Time: 8:30 a.m. with a Warm-up by World Gym at 8 a.m.

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All participants will be entered to win a Total Wellness Package (one-year World Gym membership, four consultations with a registered dietition and four personal training sessions).

Must be present to win.

Donations are tax-deductible as applicable by law.

You can register online at www. active.com or in person at the KeepWell Center.

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Family Matters School Days For Divorced Parents

By Kenneth Wilcox

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The beginning of the school year is always a trying time, especially when parents have separated. You have unique challenges when you are divorced and so do your children. Here are some ideas to get through the stress of back-to-school time.

Parents see family law attorneys this time of year to assist them in reestablishing routines and to clarify schedules and responsibilities between Ex's who cannot see the road ahead. If you follow a few of the sign posts below, then you might be able to avoid a number of pot holes on your road back to school.

If your child is going to public school, the first question separated parents run into is "which school is our child going to attend?" Parents should try to create a custody arrangement so that your child stays in the schools your child has been attending.

Calvert County Public School system (CCPS) has a policy in place to handle this issue. Where your child lives is where your child will go to school. CCPS determines a child's residency depending on who is the "parent." If the parents live apart then the “parent” means the parent to whom legal custody is awarded or, if legal custody is not awarded, the parent with whom the child regularly lives.

CCPS also will need a primary point of contact in case of emergency. This doesn't reflect anything on either parent as more responsible or reliable. CCPS just needs one point of contact. Think about who would be most likely to get to the school the fastest if something happens during the day.

If one of the parents is not actively involved in the child's life, be sure to take the wheel and let the new teachers know.

This avoids embarrassment to the child and school administration, for example if there is a "Mom's or Dad's Day" and no one attends.

Work together to make a calendar of your child's school and extracurricular activities September to June and divide responsibilities fairly. Work out a plan so it’s very clear who is going to drop off the child or watch them go onto the bus in the morning and who will be there when school ends. Try to plan out who will attend your child's programs, open houses, games, and concerts. Discuss school trips, breaks, weekends, etc. You will then have a basic overview of where everyone will be and when. Less confusion leads to more clarity leads to

happier children and less conflict with you Ex. Share back-to-school shopping duties. It is a big responsibility especially if you are buying for more than one child with multiple sports activities, classes, and supply lists. Buy duplicate used schoolbooks for your household. It's not worth the drama with your Ex or your child having a "built in" excuse for not doing homework.

It is up to both parents to ensure they are on mailing/email lists. If your spouse took care of this while you were married, you can't expect this upon divorce. Make the effort to stay connected to the school and put your name on all appropriate lists. No one else will fight for your child better than you two. Be active and current on the activities in your child's school life.

When you can communicate and work together, your child will feel more comfortable and love.

Kids may be uncertain about how to explain their living situation to classmates. Tell them to keep it simple: "I live with my Mom some days and with my Dad the other days."

Put some time aside to talk to your kids about what's coming down the road, but don't push too much. You don’t want it to feel forced. Ask if they have any worries about the first few days. Ask them what may be exciting this year. Let them know that you are here to listen and to help. As parents you are in the driver's seat and as long as your child knows you love them, there will be no wrong turns.

This column is not legal advice, but only general information about the law. It may not apply to your individual situation. If you need legal advice, please consult an attorney.

About the Author: Kenneth D. Wilcox, Esq., is a local attorney in Prince Frederick focused on family law, wills and estates, criminal and business law. A resident of North Beach, he can be reached at kwilcox@lafayettelaw.net. If you have some topic or issue you would like him to address in the Chesapeake Current,please don’t hesitate to send him an email.

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CURRENT EVENTS Friday, September 6

Saturday, September 7 (con’t)

Saturday, September 7 (con’t)

Sunday, September 8 (con’t)

South County Senior Center Computer Group (SCSCCG): Join fellow seniors in this open meeting and discover what they are doing with computers and digital/cyber devices. Meeting is open to ALL senior center members. Just show up. Bring a flash/pen/jump/thumb drive to the meeting if you have one. Handouts, if any, will be digital!

11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. At the Southern Anne Arundel County Senior Center in Edgewater.

Fall Vegetable Gardening Seminar: Don't hang up your gloves just yet! Learn cold weather gardening and your salad days can continue into the wintry months. Part of the “Garden Smarter” series, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick. Free.

Guided Canoe Trip: Depart from Warrior's Rest and enjoy a scenic tour of Parkers Creek.

Canoe trips are physically strenuous, requiring paddling for three hours (frequently against wind and tides) and may require participants to help carry a canoe for up to one-quarter mile over sand to access the creek. Warrior’s Rest Sanctuary, American Chestnut Land Trust Scientists’ Cliffs Road, Port Republic. 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Rain date is Sun., Sept. 8. Reservations are required. (410) 535-5327 or visit acltweb.org

in their ministry. Registration is $35 per person and includes refreshments and lunch. Register by phone: (609) 456-1218 or on the Lay Pastors Ministry website: laypastors.com. For local information, contact Anne Weems at (443) 532-8033.

Adult Day Care (ADC) of Calvert County Fundraiser: ADC will sell food and soft drinks at Fridays Creek Winery's Open House from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Proceeds will benefit First Free Friday: Enjoy a concert by the Adult Day Care of Calvert County. Come for a Navy Cruisers starting at 7:00p.m. at Calvert fun day of wine tasting, grape stomping (for all Genticorum in Concert: The Celtic Society of Southern Maryland in partnership with the Marine Museum, Solomons. Free 30-minute ages) and much more!

Calvert Marine Museum presents the great cruises on the Wm. B. Tennison. Drum Point Lighthouse and museum are open and free to Charity Walk-A-Thon: Abigail Francisco traditional Quebecois Trio from Montreal, School of Classical Ballet and the Spiritist Society Canada at 7:30 p.m. in the museum auditorium. the public from 5:00 to 8:00p.m. of North Beach will have their second annual Tickets are $25. Order online at cssm.org or call American Legion Dinner: Master Chef Jack’s charity event on the North Beach Board Walk. (301) 375-0534. Afternoon workshops offered World-Famous Baked Chicken with all the All proceeds will go to benefit Sabrina, an from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in guitar accompaniment trimmings and beverage for only $10. Join us eight-year-old girl who suffers from a very (DADGAD tuning); flute (pennywhistle players for this informal event from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. difficult form of cerebral palsy along with other may attend); and fiddle and feet. Space is limited; in the lower level dining hall at the Chesa- painful malformations. They hope to raise intermediate to advanced skill levels. For fees, peake Beach American Legion Post. Public $7,000 to be used towards the purchase of a additional information, and registration check warmly welcomed. For more info, call (301) customized wheelchair for Sabrina. Call (301) online at cssm.org.

855-0282 for info on how you can help.

855-6466.

Sat. Sept. 7 & Sun. Sept. 8 Southern Maryland Blues Festival: Featuring Marshall Tucker Band, Canned Heat, Walter Trout, Trampled Under Foot and many more national and local bands. Enjoy the music as well as a Crafter Village, Kids' Zone, local food vendors, domestic and craft beers, wine and more. This first year event is sure to become a Southern Maryland tradition! Gates open at 11:00 a.m., Music on Saturday, noon – 9:00 p.m.; Sunday, noon – 8:00 p.m. Calvert County Fairgrounds, 140 Calvert Fair Drive, Prince Frederick. Visit somdblues.org for ticket info.

Saturday, September 7 CMH Thrift Store Opens: in the Dunkirk Marketplace (Safeway Shopping Center).

Operated by the Calvert Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, all proceeds benefit the Sheldon Goldberg Center for Breast Care. The store will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There will be a Summer Clearance Sale – all summer items $1. New fall clothes, shoes & purses, plus a new Children’s Section!

All You Can Eat Breakfast: At the Deale Fire Hall. A great breakfast from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Menu includes eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, toast, chipped beef, sausage gravy, pancakes, coffee, hot tea, milk and juices. Only $7.00 per person for a delicious meal! Remember kids 5 and under are free. Deale Volunteer Fire Department, 6007 Drum Point Rd, Deale.

Maker's Market: the place to find handmade, homemade or homegrown products including crafts, hanging baskets, organic skincare products, farm fresh produce, cut flowers, baked goods, batik and fleece clothing, handmade soaps and candles, herbal teas, ornaments, folk art, handmade gifts and more. Delight in the local treasures to be found here! 9:00 a.m. to noon. Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center, Dowell, (410) 326-4640 or visit annmariegarden.org Kids Pirate Pizza Cruise: Dress like a pirate and eat pizza aboard the Wm. B. Tennison.

Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

Calvert Marine Museum. Solomons, 11:30 a.m.

– 1:00 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact Melissa McCormick at (410) 326-2042, ext.

41, or mccormmj@co.cal.md.us.

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Sunday, September 8 Special Grandparents Day Breakfast: Honor your elders by starting off the day with a special breakfast featuring hot cakes, sausage, scrapple, bacon, scrambled eggs, home fries, biscuits, fruit, and chip beef. Hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. in the upper level dining hall in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. Open to the Public. Adults $10; kids 6-12 $5; kids under 6 free. Bloody Marys will be available for a nominal charge. For information call (301) 855-6466 or visit ALPost206.org

Join Chesapeake Community Chorus: It's an all-volunteer chorus that performs concerts to benefit charities in Calvert County and is looking to add new singers. No auditions required. The next practice session is from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., at the Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon Stinnett Avenue, Chesapeake Beach. Contact Larry Brown, Director, at (301) 855-74777 or email at lbrown9601@verizon.net for more info.

Concert: Brantley Gilbert with Corey Smith and Drake White.

Bayside Toyota Pavilion, St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Department, Calvert Beach Road from 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. For info and tickets call (800) 551-SEAT or ticketmaster.com.

Tuesday, September 10 Casual Tuesday Tex-Mex Dinner: from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. hosted by the American Legion Stallings Williams Auxiliary Post 206, on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach, in the lower-level dining room. The menu will be Tex-Mex with all the trimmings. The cost is $10, including beverage. Call for more information (301) 855-6466. Public invited.

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End Hunger Works Culinary Training Program: mandatory info session at 6:30 p.m. at Chesapeake Church in Huntingtown.

Quarter Auction: Benefiting the Prince Interested? Visit EndHungerCalvert.org/works Frederick Volunteer Fire Department. Shake for more info and eligibility. the quarters out of your piggy bank and come have a great time for a good cause. Doors open Wednesday, September 11 at 1:00 p.m. with the auction starting at 2:00 p.m. Paddles are $3 each or two for $5. Raffles, concessions, vendors and more! Call Melissa at Day of Caring: United Way of Calvert County's (410) 474-2958 or Lori (443) 404-9023 for annual Day Of Caring brings together employees from local businesses to volunteer at reservations and more info. local nonprofit organizations.

Help local Civil War Soldiers and Quilts: Mavis non-profits save thousands through facility and Slawson, a textile historian and docent at the grounds improvements. More than 600 people National Museum of Civil War Medicine in participated last year to support 34 agencies.

Frederick, will present a program on Civil War Form your team now! To register, call (410) or email soldiers and their Quilts at 2:00 p.m. at the 286-0100 Captain Avery Museum, 1418 EW Shady Side uwadmin@unitedwaycalvert.org. Begins at 7:30 Road in Shady Side. Admission is free, a.m. at Bayside Toyota in Prince Frederick. however, a $10 donation is suggested. Light refreshments will be served. For more informa- Job Source Mobile Career Center: At Calvert tion, see the Museum’s web site at Library Prince Frederick. Stop by to get job captainaverymuseum.org or call (410) counseling, resume help, search for jobs and get 867-4486. connected with Southern Maryland JobSource.

This 38' mobile center features 11 computer 2013 Regional Lay Pastors Ministry Confer- workstations, smart board instructional ence: Registration deadline Sept. 8. for the technology, satellite internet access, exterior conference at Trinity United Methodist audio visual and broadcasting capabilities; Church, Prince Frederick from 8:30 a.m. to state-of-the-art workforce applications and 3:30 p.m. on Sat. Sept. 14. Recognizing that connectivity for wireless mobile device access.

Pastors cannot do their ministry alone, Lay 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Free!

Pastors are trained laity who caringly contact five families/singles per month, offering prayer, Creative Memoirs: Reinventing a Life. Join a listening ear, and helping to coordinate any author and editor Elisavietta Ritchie as she assistance the family/single might need. encourages the art of creative memoir writing.

Through workshops by great speakers, this Bring 12 double-spaced copies of your piece of Conference will explain the Lay Pastors memoir, 500-800 words, to work on and share Ministry and what it can do for your church, as with the group. 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. at Calvert well as present other topics to assist Lay Pastors Library Prince Frederick.

Thursday, September 12

Saturday, Sept. 14 (con’t)

Sunday, September 15 (con’t)

Thursday, September 19

Town Hall Meeting: Interested in the public transportation issues in Calvert County? Come to this talk about the pros and cons, status quo and possibilities. Co-sponsored with League of Women Voters and the Commission for Women. 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Scavenger Hunt Trail Ride: Freedom Hill Horse Rescue in Owings will host this fun benefit for the organization on September 14 from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at 2905 Chaneyville Road, Owings. Registration $20 and lunch $5. Call (410) 610-1846 for more info.

p.m. at the new auditorium of the College of Southern Maryland Prince Frederick Campus.

For more info, visit jefpat.org or calvertmarinemuseum.com.

Bay Breeze Concert: at 7:30 p.m. on the porch of the Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum, 4155 Mears Ave, Chesapeake Beach: "The Dixie Power Trio with the New Line Brass" Rock n' Roll and Zydeco. FREE!

Learn Mahjongg: If you live in the Southern end of the county and want to learn how to play Mahjongg without driving to Prince Frederick… now you can! 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Calvert Library Southern Branch. Free!

NARFE Meeting: The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association Calvert chapter will meet at Perigeaux Vineyards, a small, family-owned winery, specializing in making small batches of hand-crafted estate wines. The winery tour and a tasting will start at 1:00 p.m.

Cost is $10 (includes souvenir glass). Snacks are available at the winery. Please RSVP to Mary Ann at (410) 286-7586 or njoydancin@aol.com. Feel free to skip the wine and just come to the Winery for the regular business meeting at 2:00 p.m. For those wanting to gather for lunch, meet at Three Brothers restaurant across from the Prince Frederick firehouse on Rts. 2/4 at 11:30 a.m.

Friday, September 13 Spaghetti Dinner: Special Guest Chef Clara Mae’s award-winning spaghetti and meatballs with all the trimmings. Hosted by the American Legion Stallings-Williams Post 206 Auxiliary from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. this is a meal you won’t soon forget. Come to the lower level dining room. Cost is $10 including sides and beverage.

The Post is on Route 260 in Chesapeake Beach.

Questions may be directed to (301) 855-6466.

Public warmly invited. ALpost206.org

Saturday, September 14 2013 Regional Lay Pastors Ministry Conference: Registration deadline Sept. 8. – see listing under that date.

Blood Drive: At St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Prince Frederick. 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. To schedule please call-800-redcross. Walk-ins also welcome. Come give the gift of life!

Friends of Library Sidewalk Book Sale: Thousands of used books available at great prices. Proceeds go to Friends of the Library to augment library events, materials and services.

9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Huge Yard Sale: At the North Beach Volunteer Fire Department. 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon.

Have stuff to sell? To reserve a table, please contact Diana (410) 231-1775. Tables are available for $15 ea./$25 for two (must be reserved in advance, for additional tables check with Diana).

Community Health Fair: At Middleham/St. Peter’s Parish Great Hall on Trueman Road in Lusby. Free health screenings and assessments for weight, blood pressue, body composition, vascular risk, pulmonary function, diabetes, vision and hearing, Derma Scans to determine your skin damage from sun exposure, dental clinic, lab tests for cholesterol and more. Educational displays with a dietician on hand to answer questions, ask a vet (pet care), plus bike safety and car seat checks by the Sheriff’s Department and so much more. 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Free!

Chess Saturdays at the Library: Chess enthusiasts or wannabe enthusiasts come with or without your own chess set to the library the 2nd Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to noon. All ages and levels welcome! At the Twin Beaches Library Branch in Chesapeake Beach.

Monday, September 16

Calvert Eats Local: Encourage local agriculture, discover ways to eat locally, and share resources, energy, good ideas and great food! Watch and discuss the film “The Economics of Happiness.” 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 Pastry Portraits: This new show at CalvART p.m. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

Gallery in Prince Frederick features deliciously portrayed delicacies by watercolorist Mary Tuesday, September 17 Blumberg and pastel artist Sylvia Hill. Through Oct. 6, with the opening reception of this scrumptious visual delight from 5:00 p.m. to Introduction to Mentoring: workshops at the 8:00 p.m. on Sept. 14. The CalvART Gallery is Northeast Community Center from 10:00 a.m.

12 noon and again from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 located in the Prince Frederick Center between –p.m. for members of local organizations looking Dreamweaver Cafe and Sakura restaurants at to start or become involved in a local mentoring the intersection of Rt. 4 and Rt. 231. For more program.

Please email info, call (410) 535-9252 or calvartgallery.org. calvertkids@chesapeake.net for more Open Wed. – Sun. from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 information. p.m.

Heavy Periods? Get Control: If you suffer Benefit Concert: for Jeffrey Thompson, who from heavy menstrual bleeding, join Calvert has been accepted into the 2013 National Memorial Hospital’s new OB/GYN Dr. Association of Music Educators (NAfME) Khadija Dugan for a discussion on causes and All-National Choir. To cover these expenses, possible treatments. Free medical discussion Jeffrey will be performing a concert on Septem- 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at CMH. Register by ber 14 at 2:00 p.m. at All Saints Church in calling (410) 535-8233 ext. 8233.

Sunderland (corner of Rts. 2/4). He will be accompanied by Mrs. Marci Fleck, his elemen- American Legion Auxiliary 206 Meeting: All tary school music teacher. The concert is free, member are encouraged to attend and bring but donations will be accepted to help pay for their ideas to share. Meeting begins at 7:00 p.m. transportation and registration costs for his trip in Upper Level Hall of the Chesapeake Beach to Nashville, TN for the NAfME event next Stallings-Williams Post. For information, call month.

President Choux at (443) 964-5461.

ALPost206.org.

The Affair at Point Farm: The Friends of Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum host their Wednesday, September 18 annual benefit auction and dinner that features exciting live and silent auctions, plentiful food and drink and lively entertainment from 6:00 Anne Arundel County Open House: Meet p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Proceeds support the archaeol- County Executive Laura Neuman from 4:00 – ogy, heritage, history and environmental 6:00 p.m. at the Arundel Center, 44 Calvert education programs and events at JPPM. Street, Annapolis. This is a chance for Anne Reservations are required. Call (410) 586-8501 Arundel residents to look at the inner workings of County government, ask questions, and meet or visit jefpat.org for more info. key county employees. For more info or to Country Dance: For a fun time, come to the RSVP, contact Ashley Ricker at (410) Country Dance at the American Legion 206. If 222-1241 or ARicker@aacounty.org. you can't dance, teachers will be available to give instruction. One hour lessons begin at 7:00 p.m. followed by dancing from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. The modest price of $15.00 per person includes soft drinks or draft beer and light munchies. Hosted by the American Legion 206 in the upper level ballroom in Chesapeake Beach on Route 260. Public warmly welcomed. For information call (301) 855-6466. ALPost206.org

Tell Us Your Story About... Talk it up with good conversation and coffee at Calvert Library Southern Branch. This month's topic is "Vacations." Share your stories and hear others.

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Calvert Library Southern Branch.

Rethinking Conflict: Part of “One Maryland, One Book.” Free interactive workshop to examine the nature of conflict and learn effective techniques to resolve it. Facilitators from the Community Mediation Center will use scenes from the book, King Peggy, the One Maryland One Book title. Reading the book isn't required but it would be helpful. Co-sponsored by The Calvert Interfaith Council, Calvert Library and the Community Mediation Center of Calvert.

7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at Calvert Library Prince Frederick.

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Sunday, September 15 How the War of 1812 Marked Southern MD: Free lecture by Dean Kimmel, who served as a consultant for both the Baltimore and Southern Maryland 1812 traveling exhibits.

Kimmel will explain how he takes original research, historical documents, local stories and artifacts to craft exhibits that appeal to modern viewers. His exhibit will be on display. 3:00

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